Group 4 Sciences
What group 4 sciences means
IB Biology, Chemistry and Physics core concepts with IA awareness.
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Worked example
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In an IB science IA, the independent variable is:
- what you measure
- what you deliberately change
- what stays constant
- the conclusion
Working: You manipulate the independent variable and measure the dependent one.
Curriculum and exam alignment
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Related skills
Other IB Diploma Extended Practice skills in International Baccalaureate (IB), at the same point in the course.
Other International Baccalaureate (IB) topics
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Exams that assess group 4 sciences
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