Variables & Hypotheses

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What is a hypothesis?

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a testable prediction about the outcome of an experiment

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What variable comes after the word "If"?

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independent variable

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What variable comes after the word "then"?

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dependent variable

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What is the effect of putting Pam Cooking Spray on the bottom of a sled?

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If I put Pam Cooking Spray on the bottom of my sled, then I will slide faster.

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The independent variable is

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the thing the scientist changes or is testing

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What is the dependent variable?

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the thing being measured

Front

Which hypothesis is correctly written?

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If I study regularly, then I will earn a passing grade on my next test.

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Which step in the scientific method comes after writing the hypothesis?

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Test hypothesis

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Does the type of ball affect the bouncing height? Which hypothesis is correct?

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If the subject bounces a ping pong ball and a basketball, then the ping pong ball will bounce the highest.

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Qualitative data is data based on...

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Information gathered using the senses