Scientific Method Check for Understanding

Which of the following best describes control variables?

• A. A changeable factor being tested within an investigation

• B. A detailed experiment which provides insight into the relationship described in the hypothesis

• C. Elements of an investigation which remain constant and unchanged throughout the entire investigation

• D. Accepting or rejecting a hypothesis with references to the data collected

Almost all fields of study can use the scientific method as a rational and logical problem-solving method.

• True

• False

Which step of the scientific method relies on all five senses to gather information?

• Make an observation

• Post a scientific question

• Develop a hypothesis

• Conduct an experiment

Which of the following does NOT constitute a good scientific question?

• Testable and measurable

• Avoids asking "why"

• Answered with "yes" or "no"

• Answered by experimentation

Which of the following is NOT an integral aspect of experimentation?

• Provides insight to the relationship described in the hypothesis

• Should be detailed enough to be replicated

• Includes control and experimental groups

• Results will support the hypothesis