Understanding CER in Science Education

What is the primary purpose of CER in science education?

• To memorize scientific facts

• To assemble a strong argument

• To conduct experiments

• To write scientific reports

Which of the following best describes a scientific claim?

• An untestable opinion

• A random guess

• A testable statement

• A lengthy explanation

What type of evidence involves numbers and measurements?

• Quantitative evidence

• Qualitative evidence

• Visual evidence

• Anecdotal evidence

How should evidence be selected to support a claim?

• Pick the top three pieces of evidence

• Use evidence that contradicts the claim

• Select evidence that is irrelevant

• Choose the most convenient evidence

What is the role of reasoning in a scientific argument?

• To restate the claim multiple times

• To ignore the evidence

• To connect claims and evidence

• To introduce new claims