The Scientific Method: Mastering the Steps

Test your understanding of the key steps in the scientific method, as explained in the video.

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Q1 Beginner 1 pts

What is the first step in the scientific method? Video Reference:
"Step 1: Observe and Ask Questions..."

Timestamp: 0:30

Observe and Ask Questions Research Formulate a Hypothesis Test your hypothesis

Q2 Intermediate 2 pts

True or False: The scientific method always leads to a definitive proof of a theory. Video Reference:
"Any scientific theory is falsifiable..."

Timestamp: 3:00

True

False

Q3 Intermediate 2 pts

Which of the following is an important step in testing a hypothesis? Video Reference:
"Step 4: Test Your Hypothesis..."

Timestamp: 1:30

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Controlling for variables Analyzing the data Reporting the results All of the above

Q4 Beginner 1 pts

What is the purpose of the scientific method? Video Reference:
"The goal of the scientific method is find out the truth...."

Timestamp: 0:45

To prove a theory correct To find the truth To make money To impress people

Q5 Advanced 3 pts

Which of the following is an example of a good research strategy when investigating a hypothesis? Video Reference:
"Step 2: Research..."

Timestamp: 1:00

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Using broad search terms like 'study' Focusing only on research that supports your hypothesis Considering alternative explanations and potential confounding variables All of the above

Q6 Intermediate 2 pts

True or False: Correlation always implies causation. Video Reference:
"Correlation is not Causation..."

Timestamp: 2:30

True

False

Q7 Advanced 3 pts

Which of the following are important considerations when designing an experiment to test a hypothesis? Video Reference:
"Step 4: Test Your Hypothesis..."

Timestamp: 1:30

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Controlling for potential confounding variables Ensuring a large enough sample size Avoiding selective reporting of results All of the above

Q8 Beginner 1 pts

What is the final step in the scientific method? Video Reference:
"Step 6: Share the Results..."

Timestamp: 2:00

Observe and Ask Questions Formulate a Hypothesis Test your hypothesis Share Results

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The Scientific Method: Mastering the Steps

What is the first step in the scientific method? Video Reference: "Step 1: Observe and Ask Questions..." Timestamp: 0:30

True or False: The scientific method always leads to a definitive proof of a theory. Video Reference: "Any scientific theory is falsifiable..." Timestamp: 3:00

Which of the following is an important step in testing a hypothesis? Video Reference: "Step 4: Test Your Hypothesis..." Timestamp: 1:30

What is the purpose of the scientific method? Video Reference: "The goal of the scientific method is find out the truth...." Timestamp: 0:45

Which of the following is an example of a good research strategy when investigating a hypothesis? Video Reference: "Step 2: Research..." Timestamp: 1:00

True or False: Correlation always implies causation. Video Reference: "Correlation is not Causation..." Timestamp: 2:30

Which of the following are important considerations when designing an experiment to test a hypothesis? Video Reference: "Step 4: Test Your Hypothesis..." Timestamp: 1:30

What is the final step in the scientific method? Video Reference: "Step 6: Share the Results..." Timestamp: 2:00

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What is the first step in the scientific method? Video Reference:
"Step 1: Observe and Ask Questions..."

Timestamp: 0:30

True or False: The scientific method always leads to a definitive proof of a theory. Video Reference:
"Any scientific theory is falsifiable..."

Timestamp: 3:00

Which of the following is an important step in testing a hypothesis? Video Reference:
"Step 4: Test Your Hypothesis..."

Timestamp: 1:30

What is the purpose of the scientific method? Video Reference:
"The goal of the scientific method is find out the truth...."

Timestamp: 0:45

Which of the following is an example of a good research strategy when investigating a hypothesis? Video Reference:
"Step 2: Research..."

Timestamp: 1:00

True or False: Correlation always implies causation. Video Reference:
"Correlation is not Causation..."

Timestamp: 2:30

Which of the following are important considerations when designing an experiment to test a hypothesis? Video Reference:
"Step 4: Test Your Hypothesis..."

Timestamp: 1:30

What is the final step in the scientific method? Video Reference:
"Step 6: Share the Results..."

Timestamp: 2:00