Testable and non-testable questions

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What is a testable question?

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A testable question is one that can be answered through experimentation or observation. It can be tested by conducting an experiment or gathering data.

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What is a non-testable question?

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A non-testable question is one that cannot be answered through scientific experimentation or observation. It often involves personal opinions or beliefs.

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Give an example of a testable question.

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Does adding fertilizer to plants make them grow taller?

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Give an example of a non-testable question.

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What is the best candy?

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Why are testable questions important in science?

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Testable questions are important because they allow scientists to conduct experiments and gather evidence to support or refute a hypothesis.

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

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A hypothesis is a proposed explanation that can be tested, while a testable question is the inquiry that leads to the hypothesis.

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Can a question be both testable and non-testable?

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No, a question is either testable or non-testable based on whether it can be answered through scientific methods.

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What type of question is 'What makes something sink or float?'

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Non-testable, because it involves a broad concept rather than a specific experiment.

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What type of question is 'Which type of fertilizer will make grass grow greener?'

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Testable, because it can be answered through experimentation.

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What is an example of a scientific method step related to testable questions?

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Formulating a hypothesis based on a testable question.