Exploring Science: Methods and Measurements

What is the first step of the scientific method?

• Formulating a hypothesis

• Conducting an experiment

• Making an observation

• Analyzing data

Which of the following is the correct scientific notation for 0.00056?

Convert 5 kilometers to meters.

• 500 m

• 5000 m

• 50 m

• 0.5 m

What is the purpose of a hypothesis in the scientific method?

• To provide a detailed explanation of the results

• To make a prediction that can be tested

• To summarize the data collected

• To list the materials needed for an experiment

Express the number 3,200,000 in scientific notation.

Convert 250 milliliters to liters.

• 0.025 L

• 0.25 L

• 2.5 L

• 25 L

Which step of the scientific method involves determining if the hypothesis is supported by the data?

• Formulating a hypothesis

• Conducting an experiment

• Analyzing data

• Making an observation

What is the scientific notation for the number 0.00000789?

Convert 3.5 hours to seconds.

• 12,600 s

• 1,260 s

• 126,000 s

• 36,000 s

Which of the following is NOT a step in the scientific method?

• Making an observation

• Formulating a hypothesis

• Conducting an experiment

• Publishing results