Science Methods

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence or reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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Where should the independent variable be placed on a graph?

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The independent variable should always be placed on the X-axis.

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What is the purpose of a scientific question?

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A scientific question is what drives the investigation and guides the research process.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.

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What is a conclusion in a scientific investigation?

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A conclusion summarizes the results of the investigation and indicates whether the hypothesis was supported or not.

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What does it mean to support a hypothesis?

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Supporting a hypothesis means that the results of the investigation align with the predictions made in the hypothesis.

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What is the difference between a scientific question and a hypothesis?

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A scientific question asks what you want to investigate, while a hypothesis provides a possible answer that can be tested.

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What is the role of evidence in scientific reasoning?

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Evidence is used to support or refute a hypothesis and is crucial for drawing conclusions.

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What is the dependent variable?

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The dependent variable is the variable that is measured or observed in an experiment.

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What is the scientific method?

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The scientific method is a systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.