CLT Science Reasoning 1

Question 1

What is the scientific method?

Accepted Answer

A systematic process of observation, hypothesis, experimentation, and conclusion

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A list of scientific facts

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A mathematical formula

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A type of laboratory equipment

Question 2

What is the difference between a hypothesis and a theory?

Accepted Answer

A hypothesis is a testable prediction; a theory is a well-supported explanation of natural phenomena

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They are the same thing

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A theory is just a guess

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A hypothesis is always proven correct

Question 3

What is a controlled experiment?

Accepted Answer

An experiment where one variable is changed while all others are kept constant

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An experiment with no variables

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An experiment done in a factory

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An experiment with unpredictable results

Question 4

What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

Accepted Answer

Qualitative describes qualities; quantitative involves numerical measurements

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They are the same

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Qualitative is more scientific

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Quantitative is always subjective

Question 5

What is correlation vs. causation in science?

Accepted Answer

Correlation shows a relationship between variables; causation proves one directly causes the other

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They mean the same thing

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Correlation is stronger evidence

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Causation does not require experiments

Question 6

What is peer review in science?

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The process where other scientists evaluate research before publication

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A student grading system

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A type of experiment

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A government review process