Careers in Physics

What is the average salary of an aerospace engineer?

• $122,850

• $113,460

• $116,500

• $105,000

Which degree is typically required to become a physicist?

• Bachelor's

• Master's

• Doctorate

• Associate

What is the predicted job growth rate for computer research scientists?

• 10%

• 15%

• 5%

• 18%

Which job requires a doctorate and involves studying diseases?

• Biophysicist

• Medical Scientist

• Microbiologist

• Aerospace Engineer

What is one of the main tasks of a nuclear engineer?

• Calculate financial costs of risks

• Investigate diseases

• Ensure the safe use of nuclear power

• Study planets and moons

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Which job has a median salary of $94,490?

• Biophysicist

• Computer Research Scientist

• Astronomer

• Mathematician

What type of degree might be beneficial for a microbiologist?

• Master's in Physics

• Bachelor's in Biology

• Bachelor's in Physics

• Doctorate in Mathematics

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Which of the following careers has the highest median salary listed?

• Physicist

• Computer Research Scientist

• Aerospace Engineer

• Medical Scientist

What is a primary responsibility of a mathematician?

• Design spacecraft

• Analyze data and develop computation methods

• Study the cosmos

• Conduct medical research

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