Methods of Science - Mathematics and Physics Homework

What is physics primarily concerned with?

• The study of historical events

• The study of the physical world

• The study of social behavior

• The study of living organisms

What is the first step in the scientific method?

• Identify the problem

• Analyze the data

• Test the hypothesis

• Gather information

What is a hypothesis?

• An observation

• A possible explanation for a problem

• A proven fact

• A scientific law

What is a model in science?

• A type of experiment

• A representation of an idea or object

• A scientific law

• A hypothesis

What defines a scientific theory?

• It is a statement about nature

• It explains why something happens

• It is always true

• It is based on many observations

What is the limitation of science mentioned in the text?

• Science can explain everything

• Science is always correct

• Science is only about physics

• Science cannot solve every question

What does SI stand for in measurements?

• Standard International

• Scientific International

• Systeme International d’Unites

• System International

What is dimensional analysis used for?

• To gather information

• To create new hypotheses

• To analyze data

• To check the correctness of equations

What is the base unit for mass in the SI system?

• Second

• Kilogram

• Meter

• Ampere

How do you convert units using a conversion factor?

• By adding the values

• By ignoring the units

• By multiplying by a factor equal to 1

• By dividing the values