Scientific Method

Multiple Choice

What step does every scientific experiment begin with?

• hypothesis

• make an observation

• procedures

• conclusion

Multiple Choice

If I use fertilizer, then my plant will grow faster because the fertilizer will provide nutrients to the plant. Identify the correct step from the choices below.

• ask a question

• form a hypothesis

• design an experiment

• collect the data

• analyze and interpret the data

Multiple Choice

The plant height was measured and recorded for two weeks. Identify the correct step from the choices below.

• ask a question

• form a hypothesis

• collect the data

• analyze and interpret the data

• draw conclusions

Multiple Choice

The plant study was published in a scientific journal. Identify the correct step from the choices below.

• ask a question

• form a hypothesis

• collect the data

• communicate findings

• analyze and interpret data

Multiple Choice

A prediction is most like a(n)

• math problem.

• educated guess.

• memory of a past event.

• observation about the text.

Multiple Choice

The clouds are grey and ground is wet.

• qualitative

• quantitative

Multiple Choice

Read the statement. Then choose whether the statement is an observation, inference, or prediction.

The container is filled to the 350 mL mark.

• Observation

• Inference

• Prediction

Multiple Choice

Which observation is quantitative?

• It is 5 cm long

• It is smooth

• It looks red

Multiple Choice

What does Inference mean?

• finding details in a story

• Use clues and what you already know to come up with an idea

• Giving a reason for your answer

• Using what I know

Multiple Choice

What would be the Independent Variable in Al´s experiment?

• The time it takes the water to freeze

• The type of water

• The container the water is placed in

• The amount of water

Multiple Choice

What would be the Dependent Variable in Al´s experiment?

• The time it takes the water to freeze.

• The type of water

• The container the water is placed in.

• The Amount of water

Multiple Select

What would be the Controlled Variables (Constants) in Al´s experiment?

• The time it takes the water to freeze

• The type of water

• The container the water is placed in.

• The amount of water

Multiple Choice

Was Al´s hypothesis supported by his data?

• Supported

• Not Supported

• Partially Supported

Multiple Choice

What would Peter's Independent Variable be?

• Listening to music

• How long it takes to finish his homework

• Homework score

• Distractions in the study area

Multiple Select

What would Peter's Dependent Variable be? (careful...there could be more than one)

• Listening to music

• How long it takes to finish his homework

• Homework score

• Distractions in the study area

Multiple Select

What would be the controlled variables for Peter's experiment?

• Type of homework assignment

• How long it takes to finish his homework

• Listening to music

• Homework score

• Distractions in the study area

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