Scientific Method Flashcards

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The 3 steps in hypothesis creation

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  1. Identify the problem
  2. Ask questions
  3. Formulate hypothesis
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The 6 steps in strict scientific argument creation

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  1. Problem identification
  2. Question asking
  3. Hypothesis creation
  4. Data collection and experimentation
  5. Data analysis
  6. Conclusion
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How does a scientific argument change in function of time?

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  1. Results may be found to not be repeatable
  2. Research biases may be discovered
  3. Better technologies/ techniques may be uncovered
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What is Deductive Reasoning?

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A method in which conclusions follow from general principles.

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What is Inductive Reasoning?

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A method of arriving at general principles via specific facts

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