1.1 - Research Question and Hypothesis
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Practice Questions
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Define what a research question is.
💡 Hint: Think about what needs to be tested.
What is a hypothesis?
💡 Hint: It predicts what you think will happen.
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What is the purpose of a research question?
💡 Hint: Ask yourself what you aim to find out.
True or False: The dependent variable is what you change in an experiment.
💡 Hint: Remember the definitions of both variables.
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Challenge Problems
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Design an experiment to test how different levels of soil pH affect the growth of carrot plants. Outline the research question, formulate a hypothesis, and describe the independent and dependent variables.
💡 Hint: Consider what you will measure and what you will change.
After conducting your experiment, you notice the results are inconsistent despite following all protocols. Suggest strategies to improve the experiment's reliability.
💡 Hint: Think of ways to ensure you get consistent results.
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