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The third type of variable is a controlled variable. This variable is constant in an experiment. Experiments are repeated a number of times to interpret how a change in the independent variable affects each trial result.
Summary of Differences. 1  In science, for one independent variable, there may be more than one dependent variable. 2  The value of an independent value can be changed. 3  The independent variable is the value which is manipulated in an experiment. The dependent variable is the value observed by the researcher during an experiment. Knowing the differences between independent and dependent variables will help as you as you sharpen your problem solving skills and continue to explore new concepts within the fields of mathematics and the science.