Dependent Variable of a Mathematical Function

A warehouse supervisor uses the function $P(n)$ to determine the number of pallets ($P$) needed to store $n$ shipping containers. In this mathematical relationship, the variable $n$ is the input that can be assigned any valid value from the function's domain. What is the technical term for the variable $n$?

A logistics manager uses the function $C(w)$ to determine the shipping cost based on the weight of a package ($w$). In this function, the variable $w$ is the input that can be assigned any valid value from the domain. The technical term for the variable $w$ in this context is the ____ variable.

A project manager uses the function $T(w)$ to calculate the total time ($T$) required to complete a construction phase based on the number of workers ($w$) assigned to the task. In this mathematical relationship, the variable $T$ is the independent variable.

Inventory Management and Variable Classification

Assembly Line Production and Variable Identification