Scientific Method Quiz

What is the first step of the Scientific Method?

• Hypothesis

• Observation

• Experiment

• Conclusion

Which of the following describes a theory in science?

• A rule that describes a pattern

• A logical explanation of why things happen

• A guess without evidence

• A fact proven through experiments

What is an independent variable in an experiment?

• The factor that remains constant

• The factor that is measured

• The factor that is changed by the investigator

• The factor that is ignored

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Which of the following is a qualitative observation?

• The plant grew 5 cm

• The sky is blue

• The temperature is 20 degrees Celsius

• The liquid poured is 500 mL

Why are constants important in an experiment?

• They help change the independent variable

• They ensure that only the independent variable affects the dependent variable

• They make the experiment easier

• They are not important

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What should you do after collecting data in an experiment?

• Ignore it

• Analyze results

• Change the hypothesis

• Start a new experiment

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What is the purpose of summarizing your notes after a presentation?

• To fill space on the page

• To condense information and highlight key points

• To make the notes look neat

• To confuse yourself

What does the term "accuracy" refer to in measurements?

• How close the measurements are to each other

• How close a measurement is to the true value

• The number of trials conducted

• The amount of data collected

In the context of scientific studies, what does the term "pseudo science" mean?

• Real science

• A method for testing hypotheses

• False science that lacks empirical support

• An accepted scientific theory

What is the main purpose of the control group in an experiment?

• To introduce bias

• To provide a standard for comparison

• To test multiple variables

• To collect more data