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Unit 1 Review

Scientific Investigations

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What is another word for an independent variable? Manipulated Variable
What type of observation uses data and numbers? Quantitative Observation
In a scientific experiment, what is the untested group used for comparison? Control Group
What is another word for the Dependent Variable? Responding Variable
What do we call the variables in an experiment we keep the same to keep our results fair and valid? Constants/Controlled
What type of observation uses at least 1 of the 5 senses? Qualitative Observation
A logical conclusion a scientist makes using prior knowledge is called an... Inference
Steve wants to see which brand of dog food his dog, Shadow likes the best. What is the manipulated variable in this situation? The brand of dog food
Ryland measured the distance the car traveled and got 6 feet. What type of observation would this be? Quantitative Observation
Londyn described Mr. Potato Head's nose as round, red, and shiny. What type of observations did Londyn make? Qualitative Observations
It must be the weekend because there are no kids in school. Is this an observation or inference? Inference
The liquid inside the container is clear so it must be water. Is this an observation or an inference? Inference
The car traveled 36cm. Is this an observation or inference? Observation
The black feathers belong to a crow. Is this an observation or inference? Inference
This black object has rounded corners. Is this an observation or inference? Observation
Joey carried out an investigation to see if the height of a person was related to how fast they could run. What is the independent variable in this experiment? height of the person
Joey carried out an investigation to see if the height of a person was related to how fast they could run. What is the responding variable in this experiment? how fast they can run
What brand of soil will grow the best tomato plants? What's the manipulated variable in this experimental question? brand of soil
What brand of soil will grow the best tomato plants? What's the responding variable in this experimental question? height of the tomato plants
A possible answer to a scientific investigation a scientist makes before conducting the experiment is called what? hypothesis
You're trying to figure out what type of phone battery will last longer. What is the dependent variable? length of time the battery lasts
How many variables should you test (manipulate) in an investigation? one
You are wondering if lemon juice, ketchup or vinegar will clean a dirty penny better. What is the independent variable? types of material
Mr. Gildea bought six lottery tickets on Sunday and quit teaching on Monday. He must have hit the lottery. Is this an observation or inference? Inference
The weight of the green frog is 23g. What type of observation is this? Quantitative Observation
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