Scientific Method

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What is the control group in an experiment?

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The control group is the group that does not receive the experimental treatment or intervention and is used as a benchmark to measure how the other tested subjects do.

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What is the dependent variable in an experiment?

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The dependent variable is the variable that is measured and affected in the experiment, often referred to as the 'then' portion of the hypothesis.

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What is the independent variable in an experiment?

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

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What is the first step of the scientific method?

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The first step of the scientific method is asking a question or defining the problem.

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What is the experimental group in an experiment?

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The experimental group is the group that receives the treatment or intervention being tested.

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What is a hypothesis?

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

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What is the purpose of a control group?

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The purpose of a control group is to provide a standard for comparison against the experimental group.

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What does it mean to analyze data in the scientific method?

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Analyzing data involves examining and interpreting the data collected during an experiment to draw conclusions.

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What is a variable in scientific research?

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

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data is descriptive and involves characteristics that can be observed but not measured, while quantitative data involves numbers and measurements.