Exploring the Scientific Method

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What is the purpose of the scientific method?

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To systematically investigate phenomena.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction.

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What is an example of using context clues in the scientific method?

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Using data trends to support a hypothesis.

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What does it mean to analyze data in the scientific method?

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To interpret and find meaning in the data.

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Which step involves using context clues to interpret data?

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Analyzing data.

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What is the first step of the scientific method?

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Making observations.

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What is an experiment in the scientific method?

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A test conducted to support or refute a hypothesis.

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What is the role of a control in an experiment?

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To provide a standard for comparison.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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A factor that can change and affect the outcome.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data describes qualities, while quantitative data involves numbers.