There's a Method to my madness!

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What is a hypothesis?

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

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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 a hypothesis and gather data to support or refute it.

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What is an observation?

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An observation is the act of noticing and describing events or processes in a careful, orderly way.

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What is the difference between an observation and an inference?

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An observation is based on direct evidence, while an inference is a conclusion drawn from observations.

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What does it mean to analyze data?

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Analyzing data means examining and interpreting the collected information to draw conclusions.

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What is a controlled experiment?

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A controlled experiment is one in which all variables are kept constant except for the one being tested.

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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.

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What is the role of a control group in an experiment?

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The control group serves as a standard for comparison, helping to isolate the effects of the independent variable.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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A variable is any factor, trait, or condition that can exist in differing amounts or types.

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What is the importance of repeating experiments?

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Repeating experiments is important to verify results and ensure reliability and accuracy.