Science Quiz

The independent variable is what the scientist measures in an experiment.

• True

• False

• Sometimes true

• Not related

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

A hypothesis is an educated guess or testable prediction.

• True

• False

• Only in some cases

• Not applicable

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-5

A bar graph is the best way to show the percentage distribution of different categories.

• True

• False

• Only for small data sets

• Only for large data sets

DRY stands for Dependent, Responding, Y-axis.

• True

• False

The dependent variable is controlled by the scientist.

• True

• False

A control group is necessary for comparing experimental results.

• True

• False

What is the independent variable in an experiment?

• The variable that the scientist measures

• The variable that the scientist changes

• The variable that stays the same

• The variable used for comparison

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS2-2

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

What is the dependent variable?

• The variable measured by the scientist

• The variable changed by the scientist

• The constant in an experiment

• The control in the experiment

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

The correct symbol for SI unit of temperature is:

• C

• °C

• °F

• °K

What is the purpose of the control group in an experiment?

• To change one variable at a time

• To measure the dependent variable

• To serve as a standard for comparison

• To alter the independent variable