Chapter 1 Quiz

Question 1

Which of the following terms best describes a proposed explanation for an observable phenomenon?
1. Observation
2. Hypothesis
3. Theory
4. Data Analysis

Answer 1

1. Hypothesis

Question 2

Which of the following terms best describes the variable that is manipulated by the scientist?
1. Dependent Variable
2. Independent Variable
3. Control Variable
4. Manipulated Variable

Answer 2

1. Independent Variable

Question 3

Choose each characteristic of a good hypothesis:
1. The hypothesis is testable
2. The hypothesis is falsifiable
3. The hypothesis is relevant to the subject
4. The hypothesis is true

Answer 3

1. The hypothesis is testable
2. The hypothesis is falsifiable
3. The hypothesis is relevant to the subject

Question 4

During which step of hypothesis testing would data visualization typically take place?
1. Observation
2. Hypothesis Statement
3. Experimentation
4. Data Analysis

Answer 4

4. Data Analysis

Question 5

Which of the following types of scientific processes is typically for gathering information?
1. Discovery Science
2. Hypothesis Testing
3. Experimental Science
4. Theory Testing

Answer 5

1. Discovery Science

Question 6

What action should you take with respect to your hypothesis if statistical analysis indicates there is no significant difference between control and experimental groups?

1. Support Hypothesis
2. Accept Hypothesis
3. Reject Hypothesis
4. Prove Hypothesis true

Answer 6

3. Reject Hypothesis

Question 7

The dependent variable should be on the _________ axis of a graph

Answer 7

The dependent variable should be on the Y axis of a graph

Question 8

A _________ variable is maintained between different experimental groups

Answer 8

A Control variable is maintained between different experimental groupsControl

Question 9

Consider the following statement: “A hypothesis and a theory are the same thing.” Do you agree with this statement? Why or why not?

Answer 9

No
Hypothesis - a supposition or proposed explanation made based on limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation.
Theory - a rational type of abstract thinking about a phenomenon, or the results of such thinking. The process of contemplative and rational thinking is often associated with such processes as observational study or research.

Question 10

Consider the following statement: “A cat is happiest during a full moon.” Can this statement be answered using the scientific method? Why or why not?

Answer 10

No, this statement is not testable because you can not measure a cat’s happiness.