Science Inquiry

Question 1

Independant Variable

Answer 1

Variable that is to be changed

Question 2

Dependant Variable

Answer 2

Variable which is measured in response to the dependant variable

Question 3

Placebo

Answer 3

A susbstance that has no theraputic effect, and is used as a control

Question 4

Meta-Analysis

Answer 4

Combines data from multiple studies, used to find contrast and a common effect

Question 5

Double-Blind Experiment

Answer 5

Information is hidden from both administrators and subjects until the study is over. Designed to reduce bias

Question 6

Error

Answer 6

A deviation or inaccuracy from gathering data

Question 7

Limitation

Answer 7

An impact on the experiment due to equipement

Question 8

Longitudinal Studies: Retrospective

Answer 8

Using past records to build a picture over time

Question 9

Longitudinal Studies: Prospective

Answer 9

Planned and initiated at that current time

Question 10

Control Group

Answer 10

A group which is kept away from the experimental group

Question 11

Validity

Answer 11

Testing what is meant to be tested, supported by data

Question 12

Reliability

Answer 12

Experiment shows the same result every time