Scientific Method Quiz

What is the scientific method?

• using your senses to gather information

• a way of predicting what will happen next

• step-by-step process of investigating, conducting an experiment & collecting evidence

• the only way of doing science

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The scientific method usually starts with a

• Hypothesis

• Question

• Control

Researchers are investigating the hypothesis that regular physical activity improves sleep quality. Which research question would assist them in validating this hypothesis?

• What is the impact of physical activity on sleep?

• How does physical activity enhance stamina?

• How does physical activity contribute to muscle growth?

• What is the optimal sleep duration for athletes?

Researchers are investigating the hypothesis that positive reinforcement and treats are more effective for dog training than punishment. Which research question would assist them in validating this hypothesis?

• What kind of food do dogs like the most?

• How effectively do various dog breeds learn new commands?

• What impact does positive reinforcement have on dogs' behavior?

• What can we infer about dogs' emotions from their body language?

Which of the following could be an observation in an investigation?

• All of the plants in this area are blue

• Blue plants grow better on wetter soils

• Blue plants do not grow where there are rocks

• Blue plants are best adatpted to the area

Based on the definitions of observation and inference, which of the following is an observation with an inference:

• The sky is blue.

• My cat is meowing, so he must be hungry.

• The tree will shed leaves soon.

• The ground is dry, so it must have been sunny.

• The water is boiling.

What is the best way to make an inference?

• By guessing randomly.

• By collecting and analyzing evidence.

• By reading a book cover to cover without thinking.

• By asking others for their opinions.

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What is a hypothesis?

• An unproven statement.

• A testable possible explanation of an observation.

• A concluding statement.

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A hypothesis is always based on a wild guess.

• True

• False

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A type of observation that involves numbers or measurements is a __________ observation.

• false

• math

• qualitative

• quantitative