Phil is conducting a seed germination experiment. He places three groups of lettuce seeds in a 34º Celsius incubator with adequate moisture. One set of seeds is placed in a dark area with no light source. A second set is placed under artificial light, and third set of seeds is placed in direct sunlight. This experiment is intended to test Phil's hypothesis that light is necessary for lettuce seed germination.Based on the experimental design, which variable was the dependent variable?

A. germination rate
B. type of light
C. seeds in the dark
D. moisture
E. temperature


Answer: A

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a. True b. False

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