10 Questions
What is the purpose of a hypothesis in a scientific investigation?
To propose a possible explanation for the observed phenomenon
Why is a control group important in an experimental investigation?
To provide a baseline for comparison to see the effect of the independent variable
What is the role of the independent variable in an experiment?
To be manipulated or changed by the researcher to observe its effect on the dependent variable
How is the dependent variable different from the independent variable?
The dependent variable is the outcome that is measured or observed, while the independent variable is the variable being tested or changed
Why is formulating a scientific question important in the research process?
To provide a clear focus and direction for the investigation
What is the purpose of a control group in a scientific investigation?
To compare and ensure the effects of the independent variable are accurate
Which type of scientific investigation involves observing and describing phenomena in their natural settings without intervening?
Descriptive investigation
What is a limitation of experimental investigations in the scientific inquiry process?
They can be time-consuming and expensive
Which of the following best describes a scientific question?
A question that can be answered through a scientific investigation
In a scientific inquiry process, what role does the dependent variable play?
It is the measured variable affected during the experiment
Test your knowledge on the scientific inquiry process that is used to ask and answer questions about the natural world. This quiz covers asking questions, performing investigations, collecting data, providing explanations, and communicating observations and inferences.
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