Question 18 (5 points)
Identify the independent and dependent variables in the following situation: The
temperature of the water decreases as a diver descends to the bottom of a lake.
The independent variable is the temperature of the water, and the dependent
variable is the depth below the surface of the lake.
The independent variable is the depth below the surface of the lake, and the
dependent variable is the temperature of the water.
The independent variable is the speed at which the diver descends, and the
dependent variable is the temperature of the water.
The independent variable is the type of boat, and the dependent variable is the
temperature of the water.