Physical Science Unit 1 Test

The process scientists use to solve problems is called the:

• Hypothesis

• Scientific Method

• Law of Science

• Experiment Rule

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A testable explanation for an observation is called a:

• Theory

• Law

• Hypothesis

• Variable

In an experiment, the variable you change on purpose is the:

• Independent variable

• Dependent variable

• Controlled variable

• Random variable

In an experiment, the variable you measure is the:

• Independent variable

• Dependent variable

• Control

• Constant

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Which of the following is an example of qualitative data?

• The rock weighs 20 grams

• The liquid is blue

• The object is 15 cm long

• The box has a mass of 10 kg

Which is an example of quantitative data?

• The leaf is green

• The water feels hot

• The beaker holds 50 mL

• The desk is rough

Which tool is best for measuring length?

• Ruler

• Balance

• Thermometer

• Stopwatch

Which tool is best for measuring mass?

• Thermometer

• Balance

• Graduated cylinder

• Ruler

Which tool is used to measure the volume of a liquid?

• Beaker

• Graduated cylinder

• Balance

• Thermometer

Which tool measures temperature?

• Thermometer

• Balance

• Ruler

• Stopwatch