Scientific Method

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What is a possible answer or explanation to a question based on knowledge, observations, and research?

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Hypothesis (often written in 'if...then' format)

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What type of data is expressed in numbers?

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Quantitative Data

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What is a dependent variable?

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The variable that the scientist is measuring or observing, also known as the responding variable.

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What is a conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning?

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Inference

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What is an independent variable?

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The variable being tested or changed by the scientist, also known as the manipulated variable.

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What is the first step of the scientific method?

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Observation - noticing and describing events or processes in a careful, orderly way.

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

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To provide a standard for comparison against the experimental group.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data describes characteristics, while quantitative data involves numbers.

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What is a scientific theory?

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A well-tested explanation that unifies a broad range of observations.

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What is the role of an experiment in the scientific method?

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To test the hypothesis by manipulating variables and observing the outcomes.