Exploring Scientific Inquiry Basics

What is a hypothesis?

• A random guess

• A testable guess

• A proven fact

• A scientific law

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Which of the following is an example of a simple experiment?

• Mixing colors to see what new color is formed

• Reading a book

• Drawing a picture

• Writing a story

What should you do after conducting an experiment?

• Forget about it

• Analyze the data and results

• Start a new experiment immediately

• Tell a friend

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Which of the following is an observation?

• The sky is blue.

• It might rain tomorrow.

• I think the plant will grow taller.

• The dog is happy.

What is the purpose of formulating a hypothesis?

• To make a guess

• To create a story

• To make a testable prediction

• To write a report

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

• Making an observation

• Formulating a hypothesis

• Conducting an experiment

• Writing a story

What is the main goal of conducting a scientific investigation?

• To have fun

• To learn something new

• To prove someone wrong

• To win a prize

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When analyzing data, what should you look for?

• Patterns and trends

• Random numbers

• Unrelated facts

• Personal opinions

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What is the final step in the scientific method?

• Making an observation

• Formulating a hypothesis

• Drawing a conclusion

• Conducting an experiment

Which of the following is an example of a hypothesis?

• The plant is green.

• If I water the plant, it will grow taller.

• The sun is bright.

• The dog is barking.