Scientific Method

The factor in an experiment that is influenced by the Independent Variable .

Investigations often begin with

The steps scientists follow to answer questions and solve problems.

Factors in an experiment that do not change.

The steps of Scientific Methods

The amount of time you study will make a difference to your next test score. The IV here is

Information that you gather during the experiment.

The group that is used to compare with other samples in the experiment.

Jennifer didn’t say anything, but I could tell that she was having a good time. This is an

A controlled experiment tests

The step where a scientist decides whether the hypothesis is supported or not.

If I water my plant once a week, then they will increase in height the most. This is a/an

The classroom lights are off. This is an example of

The variable that is measured in an experiment

A prediction based on your observation and background information about the problem.

Information gathered about a problem using our senses

The variable that is tested or manipulated in an experiment .

In a controlled experiment,

The factors that change in an experiment.

When scientists share their results with other scientists

Lemon trees receiving the most water produce the largest lemons. The dependent variable is