Data Collection

see or look at someone or something to get data

• measurement

• questionnaire

• observation

What is the collection of facts (numbers, measurements, words, observations)

• Experiment

• Data

• Hypothesis

• Observation

Three balls are dropped onto a tile floor from two different heights. The height of the first bounce is recorded for each ball. Based on this data, which statement is most likely true?

• The balls are the same size.

• Ball 2 bounced the most times.

• Ball 3 was dropped on carpet.

• The balls are made of different materials.

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The chart below shows the conditions at various beaches. According to the chart, what most likely causes more people to visit Beach A?

• its smaller area

• its larger area

• its warmer temperature

• its cooler temperature

The chart below shows data from an experiment on frog hibernation. According to the chart, what most likely caused frog B to go into hibernation earlier than the other frogs?

• the date

• the temperature

• the type of frog

• its age

Which of the following is a primary method for collecting qualitative data in scientific research?

• Experimentation

• Observation

• Statistical Analysis

• Mathematical Modeling

What is the term for the systematic collection and analysis of data to increase understanding of a phenomenon?

• Data Mining

• Data Collection

• Data Processing

• Data Visualization

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In a scientific experiment, what is the purpose of using a control group?

• To collect data under normal conditions

• To manipulate variables

• To ensure data accuracy

• To test multiple variables

Which of the following is an example of a data collection tool used in field research?

• Survey

• Microscope

• Calculator

• Thermometer

What is the main advantage of using digital sensors for data collection in experiments?

• They are more expensive

• They provide real-time data

• They require manual data entry

• They are less accurate