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A dependent variable is

A
directly changed by the experimenter.
B
manipulated by changes to the independent variable.
C
a variable that is kept constant.
D
a variable that is used as a control.
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Read the summary of "The Beginnings of the Maasai.”In "The Beginnings of the Maasai,” the daughter of the Maasai explains the relationship between the Maasai and their sky god Enkai. She explains how a volcanic eruption sent Enkai and the cattle into the sky. In order to save the cattle, Enkai created a giant tree that allowed them to walk back to earth. Then, Enkai entrusted Neiterkob, the narrator’s father, and his tribe to care for the cattle. As a result, the cattle are sacred to the Maasai, and the Maasai maintain a close connection with Enkai.

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Yes, because it includes key ideas from the beginning, middle, and end, and it explains the conflict and the resolution.
B
Yes, because it focuses on the details from the beginning, the obstacles from the middle, and the resolution from the end.
C
No, because it uses too many specific names from the beginning, middle, and end, and it has a vague resolution.
D
No, because it leaves out details from the beginning, the obstacles from the middle, and the resolution from the end.
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According to your online content assignment, a good schedule keeps a student from:

A
Missing important meetings
B
Wandering off course
C
Planning two events on one day
D
None of these
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Describe an appropriate study routine. Include characteristics of an appropriate time and place to complete study activities.

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How can you optimize your physical health?

A
healthy diet, adequate sleep, and cosmetic surgery
B
cosmetic surgery, perfectly straight teeth, and tanned skin
C
good physical fitness, disease-free, adequate sleep, and healthy diet
D
good physical fitness, disease-free, cosmetic surgery, and healthy diet
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What is the difference between an observation and an inference?

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Which is the best summary of the beginning of "The Beginnings of the Maasai”?

A
The Father of the Maasai introduces his daughter, explaining how the daughters and sons of the tribe care for the cattle and the sky god Enkai.
B
The daughter of the Maasai introduces herself and the Maasai, and explains their important relationships with their cattle and the sky god Enkai.
C
The Maasai tribe lives in Africa, where they care for their sons and daughters, their cattle, and the sky god Enkai by feeding and protecting them.
D
As a daughter of the Maasai tribe, the narrator makes her living feeding and protecting the cattle that are sacred to her father and the sky god Enkai.
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As long as you set aside time everyday to study, it doesn’t matter when you get it done.

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T
B
F
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In your own words, define “ study habits.”

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When measuring wellness, you must consider __________.

A
all components of health
B
your physical fitness being in the top 10% of the population
C
being free of diseases
D
both physical and mental health
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Which type of graph is best for analyzing quantitative dependent and independent variables?

A
line graph
B
pie graph
C
bar graph
D
surface graph
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Read the summary of the section of "The Beginnings of the Maasai,” where the volcanic eruption and its results are described.As a result of a volcanic eruption, the sky god Enkai and the cattle were thrown into the sky. Enkai wanted to save his cattle. He grew a tree that bridged the sky and the earth. The cattle walked down the tree to Neiterkob. Neiterkob and the Maasai tribe took over caring for the cattle.

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The summary incorrectly restates the myth.
B
The summary includes too many minor details.
C
The summary lacks transitions that connect ideas.
D
The summary is missing important words and phrases.
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It's a good idea to refine___________, which is a good study habit

A
Your listening skills
B
Your athletic ability
C
Your class schedule
D
None of these

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