Dependent Variable 3B5635

1. **State the problem:** Determine whether the underlined phrase "blow the largest bubble?" is the independent variable or the dependent variable. 2. **Understand the definitions:** - The **independent variable** is the variable that you change or control in an experiment. - The **dependent variable** is the variable that you measure or observe; it depends on the independent variable. 3. **Analyze the phrase:** - The phrase "blow the largest bubble?" refers to the size of the bubble blown. - This is what is being measured or observed based on the brand of bubblegum. 4. **Conclusion:** - Since "blow the largest bubble?" is what is measured and depends on the brand, it is the **dependent variable**. **Final answer:** The underlined phrase "blow the largest bubble?" is the dependent variable.