Exam-Drawing Conclusions Flashcards

1
Q

What is a conclusion?

A

A conclusion is the answer to a scientific question

It is based on the data (facts collected during the experiment)

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2
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Scientists draw conclusions about what they have discovered by interpreting data - Name 4 ways to interpret data

A

Analyze
Evaluate
Interpret
Infer

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3
Q

When drawing a conclusion we must consider the ____________________

A

Hypothesis

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4
Q

If your conclusion supports the hypothesis then________

A

You have performed a good experiment
(multiple trials should be ran)

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5
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If your conclusions do not support hypothesis then ______________

A

You must revise your hypothesis and test a new variable

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