Scientific Inquiry

An explanation based on many observations and investigations is a

• scientific theory

• scientific law

A rule that describes a pattern in nature is a

• scientific theory

• scientific law

The documentation of procedures and accidents to eliminate false observations or incorrect data is

• case theory

• case study

• an error analysis

Which statement about scientific laws is correct?

• scientific laws describe patterns in nature

• scientific laws describe patterns in humans only

Which statement is an example of a scientific law?

• the study of a new species is worth the money it costs

• an object will always remain at rest unless another objects acts on it

A logical explanation of an observation that is drawn from prior knowledge or experience is an

• prediction

• observative traits

• inference

Scientists frequently repeat the experiments of others scientists. Why is this important in science?

• Replication of experiments helps to confirm and verify results.

• Because all scientist want to be right.

What step does every scientific experiment begin with?

• data

• hypothesis

• question/problem

The independent variable is the ONE thing you _____.

• you change on purpose

• you can't change

The variable that is being measured or observed is called the _______________. Hint: this is the variable that is the result or effect.

• independent variable

• dependent variable