A) a law B) a prediction C) an observation D) a hypothesis
A) hypothesis B) law C) theory D) variable
A) a new scientific instrument becomes widely used B) an old observation is well explained by the theory C) they observe patterns that fit the theory D) a new observation cannot be explained by the theory
A) provide a logical explanation of a problem B) do not rely on other scientific experiments C) do not build on previous knowledge D) provide only one explanation of a problem
A) better understand such large amounts of data by finding an average B) minimize the effects of any random factors on his measurements C) use technology to analyze his data D) increase his chances of obtaining outliers that he could discard
A) outlier B) median C) mean D) mode
A) sometimes can be disregarded and left out of the repot B) sometimes can be disregarded but should be reported C) must always be included in your calculations D) should never be included in your calculations
A) study tornadoes visually over several days B) observe the formation of dangerous tornadoes C) simulate tornado formation D) observe tornado speeds remotely
A) is a constraint that needs to be considered in the design process B) does not need to be considered if firefighters are very strong C) is not a reason to reconsider the design if the hose works as planned D) is less important than the total amount of water that it can carry
A) It should make the firefighters feel better about the work they are doing. B) It should be inexpensive and wear out quickly to protect the environment. C) It should make work so easy that the company needs fewer firefighters D) It should fit on the fire truck and attach quickly and easily to fire hydrants.
A) using science to develop technologies B) using nature to inspire technology C) balancing technological risks and benefits D) minimizing risks to develop technology
A) natural inspiration B) possible benefit C) natural constraint D) possible risk
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