Scientific Method

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What are the two types of data in scientific research?

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Quantitative and Qualitative.

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What type of data involves numbers obtained by counting or measuring?

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Quantitative data.

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What type of data involves descriptions that cannot be counted or measured?

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Qualitative data.

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What is an inference in scientific research?

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A conclusion drawn from observations.

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What should be done after conducting a scientific experiment and drawing conclusions?

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Share your research with other scientists.

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What is the information recorded during an experiment called?

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Data.

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What is the purpose of the scientific method?

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To systematically investigate phenomena, acquire new knowledge, or correct and integrate previous knowledge.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between variables.

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What is the difference between independent and dependent variables?

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Independent variables are manipulated, while dependent variables are measured.

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What is a control group in an experiment?

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A group that does not receive the experimental treatment and is used for comparison.