Practices in Science and Engineering

Grace and Avery are curious about the world around them. What does scientific inquiry involve?

• The formulation of a problem that can be solved through design

• The formulation of a question that can be answered through investigation

• The creation of new technologies

• The development of new languages

Answer explanation

Scientific inquiry involves the formulation of a question that can be answered through investigation, making it the correct choice.

Hey there, future scientists! Sophia, Luna, and Oliver are working on a project. Can you help them figure out which tools are included in the practice of developing and using models?

• Surveys and Interviews

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• Field notes and observations

• Statistical analysis and graphs

Answer explanation

The correct choice for tools included in the practice of developing and using models is Diagram_placeholder.

Sophia and Kai are curious about the world around them. What is a common characteristic of investigations carried out by scientists and engineers?

• They are always conducted individually

• They are always conducted in the field

• They are systematic and require identifying variables or parameters

• They are based on theoretical simulations

Answer explanation

Scientists and engineers conduct investigations systematically by identifying variables or parameters, which is a common characteristic of their work.

Hey science enthusiasts! Can you help William, Anika, and Luna figure out the main focus of the section titled "Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking"?

• The importance of fieldwork in science

• The role of mathematics and computation in representing physical variables and their relationships

• The history of scientific discoveries

• The ethical considerations in scientific research

Answer explanation

The main focus of the section titled 'Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking' is the role of mathematics and computation in representing physical variables and their relationships.

Why is it important for scientists like Anika, Aria, and Priya to identify sources of error in their investigations?

• To improve the design of experiments

• To calculate the degree of certainty in the results

• To publish more accurate research papers

• To create new scientific theories

Answer explanation

Identifying sources of error helps scientists like Anika, Aria, and Priya calculate the degree of certainty in the results, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of their findings.

Hey Rohan, Benjamin, and Elijah! Can you guess one of the coolest benefits of modern technology in scientific investigations?

• It eliminates the need for human researchers

• It provides secondary sources for analysis

• It reduces the cost of experiments

• It automates data collection

Answer explanation

One of the coolest benefits of modern technology in scientific investigations is that it provides secondary sources for analysis, enhancing research capabilities.

Imagine you're a scientist or engineer like Ava, Lily, or Arjun. What must you be able to do clearly and persuasively?

• Communicate ideas and methods

• Design experiments

• Write reports

• Conduct surveys

Answer explanation

To be a successful scientist or engineer like Ava, Lily, or Arjun, you must be able to clearly and persuasively communicate ideas and methods.

Hey there, young scientists! Which practice involves planning and carrying out investigations? Luna and Oliver are curious to know!

• Planning and carrying out investigations

• Asking questions

• Developing and using models

• Analyzing and interpreting data

Answer explanation

The practice that involves planning and carrying out investigations is the correct choice. Luna and Oliver are curious about this process.

During a lively classroom debate, Scarlett and Benjamin are discussing the main focus of the practice 'Engaging in Argument from Evidence'. What is it?

• Reaching explanations and solutions

• Conducting experiments

• Collecting data

• Designing models

Answer explanation

The main focus of the practice 'Engaging in Argument from Evidence' is reaching explanations and solutions, as discussed by Scarlett and Benjamin during the classroom debate.

Imagine you're a detective like Aiden, Liam, or Anika. Which practice is essential for solving mysteries by analyzing and interpreting data?

• Analyzing and interpreting data

• Asking questions

• Developing and using models

• Planning and carrying out investigations

Answer explanation

Analyzing and interpreting data is essential for solving mysteries by analyzing and interpreting data, making it the correct choice.