Scientific Method Review

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic approach to solving problems and answering questions.

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What is commonly conducted to test a hypothesis?

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Experiment.

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What is the variable that is measured in an experiment?

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The dependent variable.

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What must be done for the results of an experiment to be considered valid?

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The experiment must be repeated numerous times and the same results are obtained.

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What is the conclusion in the context of an experiment?

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A summary of the results that indicates whether the hypothesis was supported or not.

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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 an independent variable?

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The variable that is changed or controlled in an experiment.

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What is a controlled experiment?

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An experiment where only one variable is changed at a time to isolate its effects.

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What is a control variable?

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Variables that are kept constant to ensure that the results are due to the independent variable.

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What is data in the context of scientific research?

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Information collected during an experiment, which can be qualitative or quantitative.