Data: Analysis & Calculations Physics

Which of the following best describes the crystal structure of diamond compared to graphite?

• Diamond has a repeating loosely bonded 2D sheet structure, while graphite has a repeating 3D cubic structure.

• Both diamond and graphite have the same crystal structure.

• Diamond has a repeating 3D cubic structure, while graphite has a repeating loosely bonded 2D sheet structure.

• Diamond has no crystal structure, while graphite does.

Why is it important to analyze data for limitations when interpreting a scatter plot?

• To identify what the data can and cannot be used to predict.

• To make the graph look more attractive.

• To increase the number of data points.

• To change the variables being measured.

A scientific drawing of a leaf should include which of the following features?

• Multiple labels connected to different parts of the leaf.

• Only the outline of the leaf.

• A description of the leaf’s color.

• A drawing of the entire plant.

What is the line called that best fits the relationship between two variables when using a straight line on a graph?

• Line of best fit

• Line of symmetry

• Line of equality

• Line of origin

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NGSS.HS-LS3-3

Which law describes the force required to stretch or compress a spring?

• Newton's First Law

• Boyle's Law

• Hooke's Law

• Ohm's Law

According to Hooke's law, what is the formula for the force (F) needed to stretch a spring a distance x?

• F = kx

• F = x/k

• F = -kx

• F = k/x

If a spring is stretched to 5 cm and the spring constant k is 50 N/m, what is the force required to stretch the spring?

• -2.5 N

• -5 N

• 2.5 N

• 5 N

Which of the following equations represents an inversely proportional relationship?

• y = k/x

• y = kx

If a full deck of cards is cut at random, what is the probability of drawing a diamond?

• 13%

• 25%

• 50%

• 75%

How are probabilities often shown in data analysis?

• As a probability distribution curve

• As a pie chart

• As a list of numbers

• As a bar graph only

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NGSS.HS-LS2-2