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Scientific Method
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| What is the first step to the scientific method? | Making an observation/asking a question |
| What is the second step of the scientific method? | Form a hypothesis |
| What is the third step of the scientific method? | Form/conduct experiment |
| What is the fourth step of the scientific method? | Data collection/analysis |
| What is the fifth step of the scientific method? | Conclusion |
| What is a dependent variable? | The factor that is measured or observed. |
| What is a independent variable? | The factor in the experiment that is being tested |
| What is a control group? | The group that is not being tested on and has had no treatment received. This group is commonly used for comparison or baseline. |
| Define qualitative data | Data in an experiment that can’t be measured using numbers, most of the time is a reaction or emotions of some sort. |
| Define quantitive data | Data in an experiment that can be measured or calculated with the use of numbers. |