A) an observation B) a prediction C) a law D) a hypothesis
A) theory B) variable C) law D) hypothesis
A) a new scientific instrument becomes widely used B) they observe patterns that fit the theory C) a new observation cannot be explained by the theory D) an old observation is well explained by the theory
A) do not build on previous knowledge B) do not rely on other scientific experiments C) provide a logical explanation of a problem 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) increase his chances of obtaining outliers that he could discard D) use technology to analyze his data
A) median B) mean C) outlier 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) simulate tornado formation B) observe tornado speeds remotely C) study tornadoes visually over several days D) observe the formation of dangerous tornadoes
A) is not a reason to reconsider the design if the hose works as planned B) does not need to be considered if firefighters are very strong C) is less important than the total amount of water that it can carry D) is a constraint that needs to be considered in the design process
A) It should be inexpensive and wear out quickly to protect the environment. B) It should make the firefighters feel better about the work they are doing. C) It should fit on the fire truck and attach quickly and easily to fire hydrants. D) It should make work so easy that the company needs fewer firefighters
A) minimizing risks to develop technology B) using science to develop technologies C) using nature to inspire technology D) balancing technological risks and benefits
A) possible risk B) possible benefit C) natural constraint D) natural inspiration
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