Writing A Hypothesis

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a testable statement that predicts the relationship between variables in an experiment.

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What format do we use to write a hypothesis?

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If, then, because.

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What is the independent variable in a hypothesis?

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The independent variable is the factor that is changed or controlled in an experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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What is the dependent variable in a hypothesis?

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

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What does 'evidence' refer to in scientific research?

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Evidence refers to the data and observations collected during an experiment that support or disprove a hypothesis.

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Why is it important to have a clear hypothesis?

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A clear hypothesis provides direction for the research and helps to focus the experiment.

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What is the purpose of conducting an experiment?

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The purpose of conducting an experiment is to test the hypothesis and gather evidence.

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What is a scientific question?

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A scientific question is a question that can be answered through observation and experimentation.

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What does 'because' indicate in a hypothesis?

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'Because' explains the reasoning behind the prediction made in the hypothesis.

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How can you identify the independent variable in a scientific question?

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The independent variable is usually the factor that is manipulated or changed in the experiment.