The scientific method

The scientific method

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11 Qs

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The scientific method

The scientific method

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Science

5th Grade

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Easy

NGSS
MS-PS1-2, MS-PS2-2, MS-PS3-4

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11 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

What is the scientific method?

It is a process to determine the best variables to use in a project.

It is a process only for investigation.

It is a process of investigation to find or produce measurable and reliable results that answer a specific question.

It is a science project with many rigorous steps.

Answer explanation

It is a process of investigation to find or produce measurable and reliable results that answer a specific question.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-2

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

What are the steps of the scientific method?

Observation, Question, Analysis, and Conclusion

Question, Hypothesis, Experiment, and Conclusion.

Observation, Question, Hypothesis, Experiment.

Observation, Question, Research, Hypothesis, Experiment, Analysis, and Conclusion

Answer explanation

Great! Remember, the scientific method is a process rather than out-of-order steps.

3.

FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

"It ends and begins again with ........"

Answer explanation

Remember, The entire scientific process leads us to new information. When shared, they can be used in future studies.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of a well-defined question?

"Why is the sky blue?"

"How does the amount of sunlight affect plant growth?"

"what is the meaning of life?"

"Is the earth flat?"

Answer explanation

Remember, The details we notice during observation will spark our curiosity. The most interesting ones will make us ask questions that we want answered.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

When experimenting, why is it important to formulate a testable hypothesis?

To guide the experiment and draw valid conclusions.

To make the experiment more challenging.

To ensure the experiment is successful.

To make the experiment more reliable.

Answer explanation

Remember, hypotheses are the tentative explanation to our initial question based on what we know so far.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

What is an independent variable?

The variable or thing that will change in our experiment.

The variable or thing we are testing. We will be collecting data.

Any factor that can be changed or controlled.

Any factor that will never be alone.

Answer explanation

Remember, the independent variable is the variable that is varied or manipulated by the researcher.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS2-2

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

What is a dependent variable?

The variable or thing that will change in our experiment.

The variable or thing that we are testing. We will be collecting data.

Any factor that can be changed or controlled.

Any factor that

Answer explanation

Remember, The dependent variable is the response that is measured. One way to think about it is that the dependent variable depends on the change in the independent variable.

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