Scientific method
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- Q1What is the correct sequence of steps in the scientific method?Observation, Hypothesis, Experiment, ConclusionExperiment, Observation, Conclusion, HypothesisHypothesis, Experiment, Conclusion, ObservationConclusion, Hypothesis, Observation, Experiment30s
- Q2What is a hypothesis in the scientific method?A testable prediction about the outcome of an experimentA conclusion drawn from experimental dataAn observation made during an experimentA universally accepted fact30s
- Q3Which of the following is considered a variable in an experiment?The outcome being measuredThe conclusion drawn from the experimentThe factor that is changed or manipulatedThe background information30s
- Q4Why is it important to repeat experiments in the scientific method?To change the hypothesisTo make the experiment longerTo verify results and ensure accuracyTo confuse the results30s
- Q5What is the purpose of a control group in an experiment?To serve as a standard for comparisonTo manipulate the variablesTo increase the number of trialsTo introduce new factors30s
- Q6What does it mean to conduct a peer review in scientific research?To repeat the experiment by oneselfTo publish findings without any checksTo have experts evaluate the research for accuracy and validityTo ask friends for their opinions30s
- Q7What is the primary goal of an experiment in the scientific method?To collect data without a purposeTo prove a theoryTo test a hypothesisTo conduct a survey30s
- Q8What is a scientific theory?A simple guess about a phenomenonA law that cannot be changedAn untested ideaA well-substantiated explanation based on extensive evidence30s
- Q9What is the importance of documenting experiments in scientific research?To keep all information secretTo make the research appear more complexTo allow others to replicate the study and verify resultsTo ensure that only one person understands the results30s
- Q10What role do observations play in the scientific method?They lead to the formulation of questions and hypothesesThey only serve as conclusionsThey replace the need for experimentsThey are unnecessary for scientific inquiry30s