Scientific Method Flashcards
1
Q
what is a positive control
A
produces a known effect
2
Q
what is a negative control
A
do nothing, should show no change and if it does that isnt good
3
Q
what type of graph to use
A
line - height and scale
bar - groups
4
Q
what is precision
A
how close trial measurements are to each other egb 1.1, 1.2, 1.3
5
Q
what is accuracy
A
how close results are to a known, true value
6
Q
what is reliability
A
how likely you are to get same results every time
7
Q
what is a systematic error
A
effects everything the same (equipment)
8
Q
what is a random error
A
unavoidable, human error
9
Q
What are the 6 ethical consideration (VICARR)
A
- voluntary participation
- Informed consent
- confidentiality
- anonymity
- risk of harm
- right to withdraw
