1.4 - Reliability
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Practice Questions
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What is reliability in the context of experiments?
💡 Hint: Think about repeatability.
Why is conducting multiple trials important?
💡 Hint: More trials mean more data.
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What is the primary concern of reliability in experiments?
💡 Hint: Think about repeated successes.
True or False: Reliability and validity refer to the same concept.
💡 Hint: Consider their definitions.
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Design an experiment aiming to test the effect of fertilizer on plant growth. Explain how you would ensure the reliability of your results.
💡 Hint: Consider the factors that might vary in your setup.
Reflect on a scenario where an experiment had poor reliability. What steps could the researcher take if they wanted to enhance reliability in future experiments?
💡 Hint: Think about where inconsistencies might arise.
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