Unit 1: Experimental Design Flashcards

1
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Proposed answer for a scientific question and must be specific and testable

“If (IV) … , then (DV)”

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Hypothesis

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2
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Proposed explanation for a wide range of conversations and experimental results that is supported by a wide range of evidence

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Theory

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3
Q

A condition that is changed

A

Independent Variable

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4
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Is observed and recorded in an experiment

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Dependent Variable

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5
Q

An element that remains unchanged

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Control

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6
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The group that is being tested

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Experimental Group

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