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When you decide whether your the data support the original hypothesis, you are
making an observation
posing a question.
making an inference
drawing a conclusion
2
Experiment how long it takes parachutes of different sizes to fall. What's independent variable
the size of the object carried by the parachute
the height from which the parachute is dropped
the size of the parachute
the time it takes for the parachute to drop
3
What is the reading on the balance?
36.68
330.68 g
336.8 g
338 g
4
Scientists test a hypothesis by
formulating questions.
doing experiments
drawing conclusions.
designing models.
5
What skill is a scientist using when she listens to the sounds that whales make?
developing hypotheses
interpreting data
drawing conclusions
making observations
6
A series of logical steps that is followed in order to solve a problem is called the
scientific method
scientific theory.
experimental process.
model method.
7
Your friends were canoeing and they are dripping wet. which is an inference?
Their clothes are wet.
They are tired
Their canoe tipped over
They are skillful at canoeing.
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A good way to organize and record your results and observations is ____.
in a data table
with a balance or spring scale
by using a calculator
by having a hypothesis before you begin your experiment
9
Measurements of the heights of various plants in an experiment are called
inferences.
theories.
inquiries.
data.
10
Which of the following steps to solve a problem must be completed first?
state the question
testing a hypothesis
forming a hypothesis
analyzing data
11
How long is the red line in the picture?
2.3 cm
23 cm
3.6 cm
2 1/4 inch
12
What characteristic must be true of a good hypothesis?
It must have been observed many times
It must involve quantitative data
It must be testable by observation or experiment.
It must be correct.
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A factor in an experiment that can change is a(n)____.
observation
variable
control
hypothesis
