Research Key Vocabulary

data using numbers

Practically, we try to get good reliability by repeating our trials multiple times to assure that our data is similar in each trial. Reliability describes the consistency of the results during at least three trials

Commonly called the mean

A statement telling the findings of an investigation that explains, with reasons using evidence, why the hypothesis is accepted or rejected.

To arrive at a decision or logical conclusion by reasoning from evidence. An inference is a logical conclusion based on evidence.

curial part of any research project

the process of forming conclusions, judgments, or inferences from facts or premises. Also, the reasons, arguments, proofs, etc., resulting from this process.

the scientist explains what will be done to oversee this project. The qualified scientist (QS) and, if needed, the designated supervisor (DS), will sign with the date that they approve this project

• Risk Assessment Form (Form 3)

• Qualified Scientist (Form 2)

• Human Participant Form (Form 4)

• Vertebrate Animal Form (Form 5A)

data using descriptive words

a general tendency or movement of data towards a particular answer.