Analyzing Data – Academic Vocabulary

The researchers __________ a conclusion after analyzing the survey results.

What does "come to a conclusion" mean?

• To predict future results

• To express an opinion without data

• To make a decision after analyzing evidence

• To question everything critically

Before making a decision, we must start by __________ up the pros and cons.

Which of the following is a disadvantage?

• High cost of a new method

• Strong experimental evidence

• Useful insights from data

• A flexible learning schedule

What does "tip the scales in favour of..." mean?

• To balance two things

• To remove all options

• To make something more likely to happen

• To reject both sides

One of the __________ of studying in groups is sharing ideas.

If something outweighs another, it means...

• They are equal

• It is more important or stronger

• It is less useful

• It should be ignored

The report was written taking into __________ all the variables involved.

Which word means "strong and effective"?

• Critical

• Robust

• Drawbacks

• Predict

The essay is __________ based on strong arguments and data.