Scientific Method Slide Quiz

Which of the following best describes the scientific method?

• A random process

• A specific and logical sequence

• An artistic approach

• A philosophical debate

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When do you use the scientific method according to the image?

• Only when you beat a boss

• Only when you experiment with new foods

• Only when you solve a difficult math problem

• All of the above

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What do you do in the 'Conclusion' step of the Scientific Method?

• Summarize your findings

• Test your hypothesis

• Make an educated guess

• Ask a question

Give an example of a question that science cannot answer.

• How does gravity work?

• What is the boiling point of water?

• What is the meaning of life?

• How do plants photosynthesize?

Which of the following is an example of a question that science cannot answer?

• How does ticket price affect concert attendance?

• What is the chemical formula of water?

• What is the best way to achieve happiness?

• How do birds navigate during migration?

What is the main focus of scientific experiments?

• Collecting data

• Isolating variables

• Writing conclusions

• Making predictions

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What does the dependent variable depend on in an experiment?

• The control variable

• The independent variable

• The random variable

• The constant variable

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Why is it important to control everything in an experiment?

• A) To ensure the dependent variable is the only factor causing a change in the independent variable

• B) To ensure the independent variable is the only factor causing a change in the dependent variable

• C) To ensure all variables are equally important

• D) To ensure no variables are changed

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What happens if you do not control everything in an experiment?

• A) You can still determine the cause of changes in the dependent variable

• B) You cannot determine if the independent variable is causing changes in the dependent variable

• C) The experiment will always be successful

• D) The dependent variable will not change

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