Scientific Method Quiz

What is the first step of the scientific method?

• Ask a question or identify a problem

• Draw a conclusion

• Collect data

• Form a hypothesis

Which subtopic of the scientific method involves gathering information using the five senses?

• hypothesis

• experimentation

• observation

• conclusion

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What is a hypothesis?

• A proposed explanation or prediction that can be tested through experimentation or observation.

• A random guess without any basis or evidence.

• A statement that cannot be proven or disproven.

• A conclusion drawn from limited data or personal opinion.

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Which subtopic of the scientific method involves designing and conducting experiments?

• Data analysis

• Hypothesis

• Experimentation

• Observation

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What is the purpose of a control group in an experiment?

• To provide a baseline for comparison

• To confuse the results

• To increase the sample size

• To validate the hypothesis

Which subtopic of the scientific method involves analyzing data and drawing conclusions?

• Data Analysis and Conclusion

• Observation and Measurement

• Experimental Design

• Hypothesis Testing

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What are independent variables in an experiment?

• Variables that are randomly assigned to groups.

• Variables that are controlled by the participants.

• Variables that are manipulated or changed by the researcher

• Variables that are measured in the experiment.

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What are dependent variables in an experiment?

• Variables that are measured or observed and are expected to change as a result of manipulating the independent variable.

• Variables that are not measured or observed and are not expected to change as a result of manipulating the independent variable.

• Variables that are manipulated or controlled by the researcher.

• Variables that are not affected by the independent variable.

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What is the final step of the scientific method?

• Formulating a hypothesis

• Conducting an experiment

• Collecting data

• Drawing a conclusion

Which subtopic of the scientific method involves making predictions based on observations and data?

• experimentation

• data analysis

• hypothesis testing

• conclusion drawing

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