Bite-sized Science: The Scientific Method

Question 1

A control group helps us see if the changes we observe in the experimental group are due to the factor we’re testing.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 2

For an experiment to be valid, the results should be unique to that experiment and not replicable by other scientists.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 3

Name the 5 main steps of the scientific method.

Accepted Answer

Conclusion, Analysis, Observation, Hypothesis, Experiment

Question 4

If the results of an experiment do not support the hypothesis, what is the next step?

Accepted Answer

Form a new hypothesis

Question 5

What do you call a detailed account of the methods, results, and conclusions of an experiment?

Accepted Answer

Research Paper

Question 6

A hypothesis is an educated guess that can be tested through experiments.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 7

What is the purpose of conducting background research before forming a hypothesis?

Accepted Answer

To understand existing knowledge and refine the hypothesis

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