Scientific Method Quiz

This assignment will test your understanding of the scientific method. You will answer questions based on the steps and principles of this method. Make sure to review the provided resources to help you with the quiz.
Steps of the Scientific Method

Group 1

This section contains questions about the scientific method. Review the steps and concepts related to the scientific method before answering.

Question 1a

Multiple choice
What is the first step of the scientific method?
  • Form a hypothesis

  • Conduct an experiment

  • Make an observation

  • Analyze the data

Question 1b

Short answer
Define a hypothesis in the context of the scientific method.

Question 1c

Multiple choice
Which of the following is a characteristic of a good experiment?
  • It has multiple variables changing at once

  • It is repeatable and has a control group

  • It only tests one participant

  • It does not need to be documented

Question 1d

Short answer
Why is it important to analyze data after conducting an experiment?

Question 1e

Multiple choice
What should a scientist do if their hypothesis is not supported by the experiment results?
  • Ignore the results and publish the hypothesis

  • Change the data to fit the hypothesis

  • Revise the hypothesis and conduct a new experiment

  • Abandon the scientific method

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