Question

Epidemiologists are trying to track the transmission of influenza within the month of February in re looking at the difference between the numbers of infants (under 2), children (under 16), adults (under 50), and elderly patients (50+) infected. They send out information to the medical offices within the city regarding specific symptoms to look for and how to perform accurate testing. After the 1t reported case that month they have all doctor's offices, urgent cares, and hospitals report back weekly with the number of patients that present with positive influenza tests as well as their age. Answer the questions below prior to moving on to the next page! 6. What is the independent variable? 7. What is the dependent variable? 8. What is the control? 9. What are the constants?

Answer 1

6. Independent variable is number of individuals because it is the comparison between the age group.

7. Dependent variable is age as the infection is compared between different age groups.

8. Unaffected individuals with no symptoms.

9. Infection and symptoms are constant