Scientific Method/Experimental Design Quizs

Control group

• The group that receives the experimental treatment.

• The group that does not receive the experimental treatment.

• The group that is monitored for side effects.

• The group that is used to measure the effectiveness of the treatment.

Qualitative data

• Information describing color, odor, shape, or other physical characteristics

• Numerical data that can be measured and counted

• Data that represents quantities or values

• Information that can be categorized into distinct groups

Inference

• A logical interpretation based on prior knowledge and experience.

• A random guess without any basis.

• A statement that is always true.

• A conclusion drawn from a single observation.

Theory

• A hypothesis that has not been tested.

• An explanation of principles based on data from observations and/or experiments.

• A collection of unrelated facts.

• A method of conducting experiments.

Conclusion

• A detailed explanation of the methodology used in the experiment.

• A summary of the results of an experiment and a statement about how the results relate to the hypothesis.

• An introduction to the background information of the study.

• A list of all the materials used in the experiment.

Data Analysis

• The process of collecting data for future use.

• The process of interpreting and drawing conclusions from collected data.

• The process of storing data in a database.

• The process of visualizing data through graphs and charts.

Experimental Group

• The group in an experiment that receives the variable being tested.

• The group that does not receive any treatment.

• The group that is used for comparison purposes.

• The group that receives a placebo.

Bias

• A preference or inclination that can affect the outcome or interpretation of an experiment.

• A method to ensure accurate results in an experiment.

• A statistical tool used to analyze data.

• A type of error that occurs in data collection.

Observation

• Information obtained through the senses.

• A conclusion drawn from data analysis.

• A hypothesis that needs testing.

• A method of data collection using surveys.

Hypothesis

• A testable prediction; an educated guess about the outcome of an experiment.

• A definitive conclusion based on extensive research.

• A random guess without any basis.

• A statement that cannot be tested.