Scientific Method

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The information you collect while doing your experiment is called

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data

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The _________________________ answers the problem you are trying to solve in an experiment and explains the results to others.

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hypothesis

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A(n) ___________________________ is what you can learn about an object by using your 5 senses.

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Observation

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What is the first step in the scientific method?

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Observe

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The summary at the end of an experiment that explains the results.

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conclusion

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Testing a hypothesis often involves a(n):

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experiment

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A series of steps used by scientists to solve a problem or answer a question.

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scientific method

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What is the INDEPENDENT variable in an experiment testing which paper airplane design goes furthest?

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the paper airplane design

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What is the independent variable in an investigation?

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The variable that you change in an investigation

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The variable that is being measured or observed is called the _______________. Hint: this is the variable that is the result or effect.

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dependent variable