Let's break down the solution step by step:
1. Understand the Data:
- The table provided shows the relationship between time parked (in hours) and the corresponding parking fee.
- The data points are as follows:
- 0.25 hours = [tex]$0.50
- 0.5 hours = $[/tex]1.00
- 0.75 hours = [tex]$1.50
- 1 hour = $[/tex]2.00
2. Identify the Variables:
- Time (hours): This represents how long Alayna parks her car. This is what we usually control or choose in an experiment or scenario. Hence, it's considered the independent variable.
- Parking Fee: This represents the cost Alayna has to pay based on how long she parks. This depends on the time parked, which makes it the dependent variable.
3. Determine Axis Placement:
- In a graphical representation:
- The independent variable is typically placed on the x-axis.
- The dependent variable is typically placed on the y-axis.
Putting this all together based on our analysis:
- Time (hours) is the independent variable and should be placed on the x-axis.
- Parking fee is the dependent variable and should be placed on the y-axis.
So, the completed selections in the drop-down menu should be:
Time is the independent variable and should be placed on the x-axis .
Parking fee is the dependent variable and should be placed on the y-axis .
