Science Skills & Graphing Test

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What determines the scale of a graph?

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The scale of a graph is determined by the range of data, specifically the minimum and maximum values.

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What type of observation is 'There are twenty one pilots in this photo'?

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Quantitative observation.

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What type of observation is 'This cat's breath smells like cat food'?

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Qualitative observation.

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Which of the following is NOT a skill of a scientist: Observing, Inferring, Making Models, Creating Materials?

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Creating Materials.

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True or False? A quantitative observation deals with characteristics and cannot be expressed in numbers.

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False.

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Define qualitative observation.

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Qualitative observation refers to descriptions that cannot be expressed in numbers, such as color, shape, and texture.

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Define quantitative observation.

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Quantitative observation involves measurements and can be expressed in numbers, such as counting or measuring length.

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What is the purpose of graphing data?

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Graphing data helps visualize relationships between variables and makes it easier to interpret and analyze information.

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What is an inference in scientific observation?

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An inference is a conclusion drawn from observations, often based on prior knowledge or experience.

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What is the difference between empirical and inferential observations?

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Empirical observations are based on direct experience or experimentation, while inferential observations involve conclusions drawn from data.