Science

In an experiment, the one variable that is changed by the scientist is called the ______.

• independent variable
• dependent variable
• random variable
• controlled variable

In an experiment, the factor that we observe and/or measure is called the ____.

• independent variable
• dependent variable
• random variable
• controlled variable

What type of data is shown here?

• qualitative
• quantitative

What type of data is shown here?

• qualitative
• quantitative

A testable, possible explanation for a scientific question is called a(n) _____.

• theory
• random guess
• law
• hypothesis

Observations that are made when you use your senses to gather information.

• manipulated
• quantitative
• qualitative
• operational

Observations that are made with instruments such as rulers, balances, graduated cylinders, thermometers, timers, etc. and are measurable.

• manipulated
• quantitative
• qualitative
• operational

An organized way to collect and record scientific observations is with a(n) _____.

• data table
• inference
• model
• definition

Raccoons tend to have striped tails and black eye masks is an example of ____ data.

• qualitative
• quantitative

There were seven boxes of cookies in the cupboard.

• qualitative
• quantitative