1.4 Observational & Experimental Studies

1.4 Observational & Experimental Studies

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Mathematics

12th Grade

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CCSS
HSS.IC.B.3, RI.11-12.7, RI.11-12.3

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an independent variable?

Back

An independent variable is the factor that is changed or controlled in a scientific experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a dependent variable?

Back

A dependent variable is the factor that is measured or observed in an experiment, which is affected by changes in the independent variable.

Tags

CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an observational study?

Back

An observational study is a type of research where the researcher observes and records behavior or outcomes without manipulating any variables.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an experimental study?

Back

An experimental study is a type of research where the researcher manipulates one or more independent variables to determine their effect on a dependent variable.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

A control group is used as a benchmark to measure how the other tested subjects do, ensuring that the results are due to the independent variable.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a hypothesis?

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of random assignment in experiments?

Back

Random assignment helps ensure that each participant has an equal chance of being placed in any group, reducing bias and increasing the validity of the results.

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