Observations and Testable Questions

The statement "There are 5 llamas in the picture " is an example of a(n)

• Qualitative Observation

• Quantitative Observation

• Inference

• Question

"The pig has pink ears!" is an example of a(n)

• Inference

• Qualitative Observation

• Quantitative Observation

• Conclusion

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NGSS.4-LS1-1

Which of these is NOT testable question?

• How does changing the amount of sunlight affect the growth of a plant?

• How does changing the amount of vegetables eaten affect height in children?

• Which is better, icecream or pizza?

• If I change my soccer cleats to a different brand, will it affect my performance during the game?

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

Qualitative or Quantitative?: "The leaf is 5mm wide."

• Qualitative observation

• Quantitative observation

Does changing the surface on which a car moves affect how fast it goes?

• This is a testable question.

• This is a non testable question.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

NGSS.MS-PS3-1

NGSS.MS-PS3-5

Are cats better than dogs?

• This is a testable question.

• This is a non testable question

How does changing the shape of a kite affect its ability to fly?

• This is a testable question.

• This is a non testable question.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

NGSS.MS-ETS1-2

Inference or Prediction?: "It was hot this week, so it will probably be hot next week."

• Inference

• Prediction

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Which of the following statements is an inference about the picture?

• The vase is broken.

• The girls' bow is blue and purple.

• The girl broke the vase.

• The girl has blonde hair.

Look at the picture. Is the following statement an observation or an inference?

"It is raining outside."

• observation

• inference

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5