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The process of obtaining information by using the senses is called a/an
conclusion
inquiry
observation
scientific method
2
Scientists also expect that nature is
impractical.
predictable.
practical.
unpredictable.
3
What skill is a scientist using when she listens to the sound that whales make?
interpreting data
making a hypothesis
making observations
drawing conclusions
4
In scientific methods, observation is the process of obtaining information by
using insight.
using one’s imagination.
watching television.
using the senses.
5
What is a hypothesis?
an explanation that cannot be tested
an explanation that is always proven to be correct
testable explanation that leads to scientific investigation
an explanation that can never be proven
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Measurement is the comparison of
some aspect of an event with a standard unit.
some aspect of an event with another object of the same type
independent variables with dependent variables.
a standard unit with other standard units.
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After measuring the changes in the Gummy Bear lab, your __ was either right or wrong.
hypothesis
random guess
problem
question
8
Before new ideas are released to a wider audience, scientists submit their ideas to
other scientists for peer review.
newspaper reporters.
the public for peer review.
the National Science Foundation.
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When you decide whether or not the data supports the original hypothesis, you are
drawing conclusions
making observations
asking questions
forming a hypothesis
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In an experiment, the factor that we measure is called the
dependent variable
controlled variable
independent variable
conclusion
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What would be the first step in a scientific investigation?
Define the problem by asking questions.
Come to a conclusion based on previous knowledge.
Design an experimental procedure.
Form a large group and vote.
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An independent variable is the factor that is ____.
ignored.
unchanged.
none of these.
changed.
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What do scientists around the world use to compare and analyze each other’s measurements?
the International System of Units
books and periodicals
the Standard Measurement System
the Internet
14
What are the organized and logical approaches to scientific research called?
scientific community
scientific understanding
scientific methods
scientific development
15
A student tests antifreeze on water. Which of these could be a dependent variable?
Temperature at which the water/antifreeze mixture freezes.
Type of thermometer
Amount of antifreeze added to the water
Amount of water put into a container
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If someone tried using different chemicals to stop aphids from eating roses, the chemicals
will tame the aphids.
are independent variables.
are the only way to kill the aphids.
are dependent variable.
