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What is the primary purpose of a hypothesis in scientific research?
What is the primary purpose of a hypothesis in scientific research?
- To provide a definitive answer to a question
- To summarize the findings of the research
- To suggest a possible explanation or prediction (correct)
- To collect data for analysis
Why is it important to control variables in an experiment?
Why is it important to control variables in an experiment?
- To ensure the experiment takes less time
- To guarantee that the hypothesis is correct
- To eliminate any potential bias in results (correct)
- To make the results more complex
What distinguishes a dependent variable from an independent variable?
What distinguishes a dependent variable from an independent variable?
- The dependent variable is manipulated by the researcher
- The dependent variable is irrelevant to the experiment
- The dependent variable changes in response to the independent variable (correct)
- The independent variable is always constant
Which statement best describes the role of a control group in an experiment?
Which statement best describes the role of a control group in an experiment?
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What is the significance of peer review in scientific publishing?
What is the significance of peer review in scientific publishing?
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