Mastering Step 3
10 Questions
0 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

Which step of the scientific method involves stating a hypothesis?

  • Step 4: Experiment
  • Step 2: Research
  • Step 3: Hypothesis (correct)
  • Step 1: Observation
  • What is the purpose of a hypothesis in a scientific experiment?

  • To organize the procedure of the experiment
  • To identify the independent and dependent variables (correct)
  • To make observations and develop hypotheses
  • To summarize the results of the experiment
  • How should a hypothesis be written?

  • Using the words 'WHO' and 'WHAT'
  • Using the words 'WHERE' and 'WHEN'
  • Using the words 'IF' and 'THEN' (correct)
  • Using the words 'WHY' and 'HOW'
  • What is a testable hypothesis?

    <p>A hypothesis that can be supported or rejected by experimentation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between experiments and hypotheses in science?

    <p>Hypotheses are used to develop experiments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a hypothesis about a population parameter?

    <p>The mean monthly income for college graduates is over $5000.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a hypothesis that can be tested through an experiment?

    <p>The mean standardized test score for schools in Cupertino is the same as the mean scores for schools in Los Altos.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a hypothesis that cannot be tested through an experiment?

    <p>The lung cancer rates in California are lower than the rates in Texas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a hypothesis about a population proportion?

    <p>At least 20% of juvenile offenders are caught and sentenced to prison.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a hypothesis about a population mean?

    <p>The mean monthly income for college graduates is over $5000.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Browser