Understanding the Scientific Method

What is the first step in the scientific method?

• Forming a hypothesis

• Conducting an experiment

• Making an observation

• Analyzing data

Which of the following best describes a hypothesis?

• A proven fact

• An educated guess

• A random assumption

• A detailed experiment

Tags

NGSS.HS-PS1-2

Which data collection technique involves observing subjects in their natural environment without interference?

• Survey

• Experiment

• Naturalistic observation

• Case study

What is the primary purpose of an experimental control?

• To increase the sample size

• To eliminate variables

• To provide a standard for comparison

• To ensure the experiment is ethical

Which of the following is a qualitative data collection method?

• Survey

• Interview

• Experiment

• Observation

What is the term for a variable that is kept constant during an experiment?

• Independent variable

• Dependent variable

• Control variable

• Extraneous variable

Which step of the scientific method involves testing the hypothesis?

• Observation

• Experimentation

• Data analysis

• Conclusion

What is the main goal of analyzing experimental results?

• To prove the hypothesis correct

• To interpret the data and find patterns

• To collect more data

• To publish the findings

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS2-3

NGSS.HS-PS1-2

NGSS.HS-PS3-4

Which of the following is a quantitative data collection method?

• Interview

• Survey

• Focus group

• Observation

What is the final step in the scientific method?

• Forming a hypothesis

• Conducting an experiment

• Drawing a conclusion

• Analyzing data