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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 offer a tentative explanation or prediction (correct)
- To establish the validity of the research methods used
- To provide a definitive answer to research questions
- To summarize previous research findings
Which of the following best describes a control group in an experiment?
Which of the following best describes a control group in an experiment?
- The group that is left untreated to compare results (correct)
- The group that receives the experimental treatment
- The group used to validate the experimental conditions
- The group subjected to all variables tested
What is one key characteristic of a well-formulated research question?
What is one key characteristic of a well-formulated research question?
- It should be specific and measurable (correct)
- It should cover a broad topic for extensive analysis
- It should be open-ended to allow diverse answers
- It should rely on personal opinions rather than evidence
Why is it important to conduct peer review before publishing research findings?
Why is it important to conduct peer review before publishing research findings?
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What role does data analysis play in the research process?
What role does data analysis play in the research process?
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