Science and Research Quiz

The position that the world exists independently of our beliefs is called:

• Empiricism

• Skepticism

• Realism

• Determinism

Which step in the scientific method provides a tentative explanation of observations?

• Law

• Hypothesis

• Theory

• Experiment

A statement that summarizes many experimental observations and predicts natural phenomena is a:

• Hypothesis

• Law

• Theory

• Conclusion

Which is NOT one of Dunn's components of wellness?

• Physical

• Social

• Spiritual

• Genetic

Which feature of research ensures results are replicable and verifiable?

• Controlled

• Empirical

• Intensive

• Orderly

The Human Genome Project primarily focused on:

• Cloning genes

• Mapping and sequencing human DNA

• Editing DNA

• Immunotherapy

Why is skepticism important in science?

• It prevents all research

• It encourages questioning even authoritative claims

• It guarantees truth

• It eliminates uncertainty

A study finds that stress increases risk of hypertension in office workers. Which wellness component is directly linked here?

• Emotional

• Social

• Environmental

• Spiritual

A researcher designs a study with clear steps: identifying the problem, reviewing literature, and defining variables. Which research characteristic is most evident?

• Empirical

• Systematic

• Controlled

• Intensive

If a study fails to control external factors, what consequence is most likely?

• Improved validity

• Biased results

• Stronger conclusions

• Higher generalizability