Question 1

What is the primary purpose of the scientific method?

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To investigate and answer questions through systematic observation and experimentation

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To gather data without any analysis

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To prove that a hypothesis is always correct

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To ensure scientists never change their opinions

Question 2

Which step in the scientific method comes after forming a hypothesis?

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Conducting experiments

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Making observations

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Collecting data

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Writing a conclusion

Question 3

What is a controlled variable in an experiment?

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A variable that is kept constant to ensure a fair test

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The variable that the scientist manipulates

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The variable that changes in response to the experiment

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The outcome that is measured at the end of the experiment

Question 4

What is the main function of a scientific theory?

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To explain a broad range of observations and predictions

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To state an untested opinion

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To provide a guaranteed solution to a problem

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To describe a single event

Question 5

Why is it important to repeat experiments?

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To verify results and ensure reliability

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To change the original hypothesis

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To confuse the outcomes

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To make the experiment more complicated

Question 6

What is a hypothesis in scientific research?

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A testable prediction based on prior knowledge

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A random guess about the outcome

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A definitive conclusion reached after an experiment

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An untested statement about an observation

Question 7

What role does data play in the scientific method?

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Data provides evidence to support or refute a hypothesis

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Data is always altered to fit the desired outcome

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Data is irrelevant to scientific conclusions

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Data is only useful for creating graphs

Question 8

What is an observation in the context of the scientific method?

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Information gathered through the senses to form a basis for inquiry

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A personal opinion about a scientific topic

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A guess made without any observations

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A conclusion drawn without any evidence

Question 9

What is the importance of peer review in scientific research?

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To ensure that studies are evaluated by other experts for validity and reliability

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To make the research process faster

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To give scientists the opportunity to present their own bias

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To prevent any new ideas from being published

Question 10

What is the role of a control group in an experiment?

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To provide a baseline for comparison with the experimental group

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To eliminate all variables in the experiment

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To change the independent variable

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To replace the experimental group completely

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