Scientific Method Quiz

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

• Speculating without evidence

• Forming a hypothesis

• Conducting experiments

• Analyzing data

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

What is an educated guess or possible answer to a question called?

• Theory

• Prediction

• Conclusion

• Hypothesis

Which variable is deliberately changed by the scientist in an experiment?

• Independent variable

• Control variable

• Dependent variable

• Constant variable

What is the role of the control variable in an experiment?

• Provide a baseline for comparison

• Eliminate variables

• Ensure a positive outcome

• Make the experiment more interesting

What is the term used for the information and observations gathered during an experiment?

• Research

• Hypothesis

• Data

• Conclusion

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

What is the final step in the scientific method?

• Communicating or sharing the results

• Conducting more experiments

• Rewriting the hypothesis

• Discussing the experiment with other scientists

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

• To provide a final answer

• To serve as a starting point for investigation

• To eliminate variables

• To summarize data

What is the scientific method?

• A systematic approach used by scientists to understand the natural world

• Rules for conducting experiments

• Method to memorize scientific facts

• A random scientific research

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

Which of the following are examples of qualitative data in an scientific method?

• numerical and measurable

• hypothesis and theory

• independent and dependent variable

• smell and taste

What is the variable that is measured throughout the experiment?

• Dependent variable

• Control variable

• Independent variable

• Constant variable