Variables and Scientific Process Quiz

What conclusion can be drawn from the graph about where pets are acquired?

• Cats are taken in as a stray less than dogs are.

• Dogs are acquired from a litter or as strays more than cats are.

• Dogs are adopted from shelters and rescues more than cats.

• Cats are purchased from breeders and pet stores less than dogs.

Which scientific process did Daniel use in his experiment according to the description?

• Daniel used replication in his experiment.

• Daniel used a control group in his experiment.

• Daniel used a variable group in his experiment.

• Daniel used repetition in his experiment.

What is the test variable (independent variable) in the investigation conducted by the biology students on how different solutions affect the volume of a raw chicken egg?

• Type of egg used

• Mass of the egg used

• Final volume of the eggs

• Type of solution in the container

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What was the outcome variable (dependent variable) in Kevin's experiment to determine the effect of fertilizer on plant growth?

• The type of plant

• The growth of the plant

• The amount of fertilizer

• The amount of sunlight

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Whose experimental design is most likely to provide the team with reliable data for which suit will dry faster?

• Alyssa

• Jose

• Jayden

• Brandon

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Based on the graph of frequency vs. wavelength collected by a physicist, what can be concluded about the relationship between the frequency and wavelength of a light wave?

• Higher frequency corresponds to longer wavelength.

• Higher frequency corresponds to shorter wavelength.

• Lower frequency corresponds to longer wavelength.

• Frequency and wavelength are not related.

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What should Tanisha observe about the birds in the first location according to Investigation #1?

• Types of birdseed used

• Nesting sites, food sources, predators, interactions with other birds, population numbers

• Amount of birdseed consumed

• Frequency of bird visits

How many different types of birdseed should be used in Investigation #2?

• One type

• Two types

• Three types

• Four types

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What is the final step in both Investigation #1 and #2?

• Record data

• Repeat the observations

• Analyze data and form a conclusion

• Measure the amount of birdseed

How often should the steps be repeated in Investigation #2?

• Once

• At least two more times

• Three times

• Four times