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