A) an observation B) a law C) a prediction D) a hypothesis
A) theory B) variable C) law D) hypothesis
A) they observe patterns that fit the theory B) a new scientific instrument becomes widely used C) an old observation is well explained by the theory D) a new observation cannot be explained by the theory
A) do not build on previous knowledge B) provide only one explanation of a problem 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) better understand such large amounts of data by finding an average C) use technology to analyze his data D) minimize the effects of any random factors on his measurements
A) median B) mean C) mode D) outlier
A) sometimes can be disregarded but should be reported B) sometimes can be disregarded and left out of the repot C) should never be included in your calculations D) must always be included in your calculations
A) observe tornado speeds remotely B) simulate tornado formation 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) 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 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 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) minimizing risks to develop technology B) using science to develop technologies C) balancing technological risks and benefits D) using nature to inspire technology
A) possible risk B) natural inspiration C) possible benefit D) natural constraint
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