Scientific Method & Measurement Review

When scientists follow the steps of an experiment procedure, they're doing it in order to:

• Test the hypothesis

• Determine the problem they need to solve

• Establish a control group

• Waste time

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What scientific instrument is used to measure the mass of an object?

• Triple beam balance

• Graduated cylinder

• Meter stick

• Sonic screwdriver

In a science experiment, proving or disproving the hypothesis through data analysis is what you have to do in order to:

• Draw conclusions

• Establish a control

• Research background information

• Determine the purpose of the experiment

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What scientific instrument is used to measure liquid volume?

• Graduated cylinder

• Meter stick

• Triple beam balance

• Tricorder

In a science experiment, ______________ is when you gather background information about the problem you're trying to solve.

• Research

• Drawing conclusions

• Stating a hypothesis

• Analyzing data

What scientific instrument is used to measure distance?

• Meter stick

• Triple beam balance

• Graduated cylinder

• Omni-tool

A _________________ is a testable prediction about what will happen in an experiment, written as an "if, then" statement.

• Hypothesis

• Conclusion

• Research

• Variable

What is the metric unit for measuring mass?

• Grams

• Meters

• Liters

• Pounds

In a science experiment, what is it called when a scientist records and examines information?

• Collecting and analyzing data

• Researching background information

• Drawing conclusions

• Establishing a hypothesis

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What is the metric unit for measuring volume?

• Liters

• Meters

• Grams

• Gallons