Planning An Investagation Flashcards
What is the first step in planning an investigation?
Identifying the question or problem to be investigated.
True or False: A hypothesis is a proven fact.
False.
Fill in the blank: The _______ variable is the factor that is changed in an experiment.
independent
What is the purpose of a control group in an experiment?
To provide a standard for comparison against the experimental group.
Choose the correct answer: Which of the following is NOT a method of data collection? (A) Surveys (B) Experiments (C) Guessing (D) Observations
C
What does it mean to analyze data?
To examine and interpret the collected data to draw conclusions.
True or False: It is important to repeat experiments to ensure reliability.
True.
What is the role of a conclusion in an investigation?
To summarize the findings and state whether the hypothesis was supported or not.
Fill in the blank: A _______ is a testable prediction made before conducting an experiment.
hypothesis
What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?
Qualitative data describes characteristics, while quantitative data involves numerical measurements.