Englich Scientific Method Review

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What type of data involves numbers that are obtained by counting or measuring?

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Quantitative data.

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What is the variable in an experiment that the scientist deliberately changes?

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Independent variable.

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What are the factors in an experiment that can be changed?

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Variables.

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What is often involved in testing a hypothesis?

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Experiment.

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What type of data involves descriptions that cannot be counted or measured?

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Qualitative data.

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What is the purpose of a control group in an experiment?

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To provide a standard for comparison.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between variables.

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What is the dependent variable in an experiment?

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The variable that is measured or observed.

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data describes qualities or characteristics, while quantitative data involves numbers and measurements.