Scientific Method Practice Test

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What type of data is represented by numerical values?

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Quantitative data

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What skill is used when a scientist observes an animal's behavior?

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Making observations

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How do you calculate the mean of a set of numbers?

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Add up all the numbers and divide by the number of numbers

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What is a well-tested explanation for a set of observations called?

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Scientific Theory

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What must a person use to make an observation?

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Their five senses

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What is the term for a proposed explanation that can be tested?

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Hypothesis

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data describes qualities or characteristics, while quantitative data involves numbers and measurements.

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

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To provide a baseline for comparison with the experimental group.

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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A factor that can change and affect the outcome of the experiment.