Analyzing Data and Conclusions

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What is a conclusion in scientific experiments?

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A conclusion is the summary at the end of an experiment that explains the results and answers the big question.

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What type of graph is best for showing changes over time?

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A line graph is best for showing changes over time.

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What does a bar graph represent?

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A bar graph represents data with rectangular bars, showing comparisons among categories.

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What is the purpose of a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction about the outcome of an experiment.

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What is an observation in science?

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An observation is the act of noticing and describing events or processes in a careful, orderly way.

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What does it mean if a population is increasing?

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It means that the number of individuals in that population is growing over time.

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What is a pictograph?

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A pictograph is a graph that uses pictures or symbols to represent data.

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What is the independent variable in an experiment?

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The independent variable is the factor that is changed or controlled in a scientific experiment.

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What is a dependent variable?

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The dependent variable is the factor that is measured or observed in an experiment.

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What does it mean to analyze data?

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To analyze data means to examine and interpret the data to draw conclusions.