Inquiry Game

Level 1

• Jason wants to test 3 cars, Porcshe, BMW, and Mercedes Benz, to see which car can reach the top of a steep track the fastest.

• Which one of the following is the independent variable– Speed– Distance– Porsche, BMW, Mercedes Benz

Level 1

• No = 0 points

• Go Back = push the green button

Level 1

• Yes = 10 points

• Go Forward = push the green button

Level 1

• What is the dependent variable?– Speed– Distance– Porsche, BMW, Mercedes Benz

Level 1

• Yes = 20 points total

• Go Forward = push the green button

Level 2

• What are some constant variables?

Box A:

Same racing surface,

Same driver,

Same volume of rain

Same distance traveled

BOX B:

Same speed,

Same type of cars,

Same auto-dealer car is purchased from

Level 2

• Yes = 30 points total

• You have won this game.