Scientific Method

What is the first step in the scientific method?

• conclusion
• question
• hypothesis

What is the one different variable in an experiment called?

• independent variable
• control variable
• dependent variable

What is it called when you actually do the experiment?

• observations
• analysis

• procedure

What are the conditions that must be all the same during the experiment, like light or water, called?

• control variable
• independent variable
• procedure

How many times should you perform and experiment before going on to analyzing your data?

• once
• 100,000 times
• 3-6 times

What do you do after you create a hypothesis?

• gather materials
• observe
• go to lunch

How might you organize or show the results of your experiment?

• write a 3 page report
• create a graph
• put it on a clothes line

Is there a specific length that each experiment should last?

• no, it depends on the experiment
• Yes, every experiment should last at least 2 weeks

What part of your experiment should be included in your conclusion?

• materials
• whether your hypothesis was excepted or not
• how many variables you had

What does the step " design" mean when using the Scientific Method?

• drawing up plans for your completed project
• how to best conduct your experiment
• what you might need to complete your experiment