Scientific Method, QL, and QNT Data

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Hypothesis

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An educated guess or prediction that can be tested.

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Control Group

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A group in an experiment that does not receive the treatment; used for comparision.

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Independent Variable

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The one thing you change in an experiment; the cause.

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Conclusion

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A summary of what was learned; States if the hypothesis was supported or not.

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Observation

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Using senses or tools to gather information.

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Data

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Information collected during an experiment (measurements, numbers, and observations.)

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Dependent Variable

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The one thing you measure in an experiment; the effect.

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A(n) _______________________ is an educated guess that can be tested.

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hypothesis

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The factor you measure in an experiment is the ________ variable.

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dependent

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The ____ method is the process scientist user to solve problems and answer questions.

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scientific