The Scientific Method Review

Question 1

True or False: A hypothesis is just an "educated guess".

Accepted Answer

False

Question 2

The variable that is used as a basis of comparison during an experiment is a(n)

Accepted Answer

Control

Question 3

The variables that do not change (stay the same) during an experiment is a(n)

Accepted Answer

Constant

Question 4

The factor you are measuring during an experiment (you do NOT have control of) is a(n)

Accepted Answer

Dependent Variable

Question 5

Constructing data tables and graphing data is conducting during which step?

Accepted Answer

Analyze data

Question 6

True or False: You will always follow the steps in order and NEVER go back and repeat any steps

Accepted Answer

False

Question 7

How many steps are in our Scientific Method?

Accepted Answer

6

Question 8

After you conduct your research, you are ready to ....

Accepted Answer

Make a Hypothesis

Question 9

The factor you want to test (changes) during an experiment (you have control of) is a(n)

Accepted Answer

Independent Variable

Question 10

A qualitative description is

Accepted Answer

A description using your 5 senses

Questions 10