Quiz on Experimental Design

What is the purpose of an experimental design?

• To grow plants faster

• To create random numbers

• To measure the weather

• To plan an experiment for relevant information

What does 'Replication' mean in experimental design?

• Using different types of soil

• Repeating a treatment on several units

• Measuring the height of plants

• Choosing the best fertilizer

What is 'Randomization' in experiments?

• Measuring plant growth

• Giving every unit a chance for treatment

• Using only one type of fertilizer

• Choosing plants randomly

What is a 'Treatment' in an experiment?

• A method applied to experimental units

• A kind of soil

• A type of plant

• A way to measure results

What is a 'Control' in an experiment?

• A method to control pests

• A standard for comparison

• A type of fertilizer

• A way to measure water

What does 'Blocking' mean in experimental design?

• Measuring plant height

• Using different fertilizers

• Choosing random seeds

• Grouping similar experimental units

What is a 'Variable' in an experiment?

• A method of planting

• A factor that can change

• A type of plant

• A fixed number

What is the 'Response' in an experiment?

• The number of plants

• The type of soil used

• The result measured

• The treatment given

What is an example of a qualitative factor?

• Height of plants

• Type of fertilizer

• Weight of soil

• Amount of water

What is an example of a quantitative factor?

• Type of plant

• Variety of seeds

• Amount of sunlight

• Color of flowers