Steps of Scientific Method
Final step of the Scientific Method
Drawing a conclusion
factors of the experiment that can be changed
variables
The information gathered from making observation is called
Data
Rat experiment where they are testing blood pressure medication. Who is the experimental group?
The group receiving the medication
What is her son's name that attends Destin High School?
Dominic aka Dom
A tentative scientific explanation that can be tested
hypothesis
The group in an experiment that receives the variable being tested.
Experimental group
The variable that is deliberately changed or manipulated
Independent variable
Rat experiment where they are testing blood pressure medication. Who is the control group?
Rats not receiving any medication.
What was the last college she graduated from?
University of West Florida
4th step of the Scientific Method
Organizing Date
What are the maximum variable that should be included in a controlled experiment
One
The variable that is measured by scientists
Dependent variable
A new blood pressure medication has proven safe and effective and has entered the human trial phase. Volunteers are separated into 2 groups. Both of the groups have been given a pill identical in color, shape, and texture. Hypotheses: The experimental group receiving the new drug will see a reduction in blood pressure. What is the independent variable?
Blood pressure medication
What is Ms. Rivas's highest level of education?
Master of Public Health
What is the third step of the Scientific Method
conducting an experiment
The group in an experiment that receives no experimental treatment
Control group
The variables are Male and Female. What type of data is this?
Quantitative data
A new blood pressure medication has proven safe and effective and has entered the human trial phase. Volunteers are separated into 2 groups. Both of the groups have been given a pill identical in color, shape, and texture. Hypotheses: The experimental group receiving the new drug will see a reduction in blood pressure. What is the dependent variable?
Reduced blood pressure
What university does Ms. Rivas work for?
Penn State University