Scientific Method Review

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What is the first step in the scientific method?

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The first step is to ask a question based on observations.

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What is a hypothesis?

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

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What is an experiment?

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An experiment is a procedure carried out to test a hypothesis.

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What is a dependent variable?

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

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What is an independent variable?

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The independent variable is the factor that is changed or controlled in an experiment.

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What does it mean to draw conclusions?

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Drawing conclusions involves interpreting the data collected during an experiment to determine if the hypothesis is supported.

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Why is it important to repeat experiments?

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Repeating experiments ensures that results are reliable and valid.

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What is the purpose of a control group?

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A control group is used as a standard for comparison to see the effect of the independent variable.

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What is qualitative data?

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Qualitative data is descriptive information that cannot be measured numerically.

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What is quantitative data?

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Quantitative data is numerical information that can be measured and counted.