Scientific Method Review

Question 1

A(n) _____________ is a statement about what's expected to happen. It's an explanation or prediction that can be tested.

Accepted Answer

hypothesis

Question 2

A(n) __________________ is the final summary of the data & results that tells if the hypothesis was accurate or not.

Accepted Answer

conclusion

Question 3

Data & ________________ is information collected during an experiment that can be displayed on data tables or graphs.

Accepted Answer

results

Question 4

The _____________ is a process of problem solving which involves making a hypothesis & testing it through investigation.

Accepted Answer

scientific method

Question 5

An idea or conclusion based on the interpretation of a fact or observation is a(n) __________________.

Accepted Answer

inference

Question 6

A(n) __________________ is the question in an experiment that is being tested.

Accepted Answer

problem

Question 7

A good experiment requires only one trial of testing which allows the data and results to be more reliable.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 8

If more activity causes heart rate to go up, then running students will have a higher heart rate. Controlled variable:

Accepted Answer

all students are in the 7th grade

Question 9

The __________________ variable is changed in an experiment and is also referred to as the manipulated variable.

Accepted Answer

independent

Question 10

A(n) _______________ is a factor in an experiment that can be changed, measured, or controlled.

Accepted Answer

variable

Question 11

It is acceptable to skip steps in the procedure if you already know what is going to happen.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 12

Tomato plants get the same amount of sun & water, but different amounts of fertilizer, what is the dependent variable?

Accepted Answer

Growth of the plants

Question 13

Tomato plants get the same amount of sun & water, but different amounts of fertilizer, what is the independent variable?

Accepted Answer

Amount of fertilizer

Question 14

It must be warm outside because the girls are not wearing heavy coats.

Accepted Answer

inference

Question 15

If more activity makes heart rate go up, then running students will have a higher heart rate. The independent variable:

Accepted Answer

running or not running

Question 16

Which of these could be the hypothesis in an experiment?

Accepted Answer

If tomato plants receive 4 hours of direct sunlight, then they will thrive

Question 17

The girls are all smiling because it is the last day of school.

Accepted Answer

inference

Question 18

The steps of the scientific method help to make problem solving more focused, detailed, and reliable.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 19

The process of obtaining information by using your senses is a(n) __________________.

Accepted Answer

observation

Question 20

There are a total of eight girls in the picture.

Accepted Answer

observation

Question 21

The __________________ variable is measured in an experiment and is also referred to as the responding variable.

Accepted Answer

dependent

Question 22

Which of the following is not a way that scientists ensure reliability in their experiments?

Accepted Answer

Perform an experiment before making a hypothesis so it is correct.

Question 23

A(n) __________________ is a set of organized steps to follow similar to a checklist.

Accepted Answer

procedure

Question 24

Which of the following is an example of an observation?

Accepted Answer

An ice cube feels cold to the touch.

Question 25

It is important to follow an organized set of steps when conducting a scientific investigation.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 26

Experiments have four different types of variables that must be identified.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 27

The __________________ variable is kept the same in an experiment.

Accepted Answer

controlled

Question 28

A theory is a way of problem solving that's used to observe and gather & examine evidence in order to answer a question.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 29

In order to be able to conduct an investigation, the problem must be testable or measurable.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 30

Several of the girls are holding books or folders in their hands.

Accepted Answer

observation

Question 31

If more activity causes heart rate go up, then running students will have a higher heart rate. The dependent variable:

Accepted Answer

increased heart rate

Question 32

Which of the following is an example of an inference?

Accepted Answer

Thegirl is running because she is late for school.

Question 33

An inference is information obtained by using your senses.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 34

Which of the following could be a scientific problem?

Accepted Answer

What happens when you add baking soda to vinegar?

Scientific Method Review

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Scientific Method Review

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