Investigatory Project

This variable in an experiment is the one being changed by the scientist. 

• dependent (responding) variable
• independent (manipulated) variable
• observations
• control group

What are the procedures within your experiment?

• the conclusion to your experiment
• the supplies you use
• step by step directions of how to complete your experiment
• procedures are procedures

What are the materials in an investigation? 

• your favorite markers and lucky eraser
• everything you will need to complete your experiment
• a ruler and triple-beam balance
• step by step directions to complete an experiment

Which of the following best describes a good research question? A good research question...

• predicts the outcomes of the study

• highlights data collection procedures

• specifies the variables to be studied

• summarizes the background of the study

Which of the following best describes a research background?

• A research background outlines the focus and purpose of the current study based on existing literature.

• A background of the study uses findings from previous research to relate variables and prove arguments.

• A research background is focused on general and specific research questions.

• A research background discusses theories, concepts, and operational definitions used in the study.

Why is the working title important?

• It gives you the variables of the study.

• It is important since it helps you focus on the direction and perspective of your current study.

• It contains the purpose and value of the study.

• It provides the readers the keywords and lets them know if they can use your research.

What are the procedures within your experiment?

• the conclusion to your experiment
• the supplies you use
• step by step directions of how to complete your experiment
• procedures are procedures

Which of the following can be avoided by citing the sources used in the research paper?

• data fabrication

• falsification

• plagiarism

• data error

Diana saw black smoke coming from a window of a neighbor. This statement is an example of a/an _________

• Investigatory Project

• Observation

• Theory

• Laws

Liza has a hypothesis regarding the effect of sunlight in her garden plants.What must she do to test her hypothesis?

• Observe the problem

• Formulate

• Explain

• Experiment