South Carolina Science Grade 8

Section 4: Evaluating Scientific Explanation

Self-Check Quiz - English

1.
How does a scientist confirm data?
A)by consulting with an expert in the field
B)by checking calculations for errors
C)by observing that repeating the experiment yields similar results
D)by making sure that technicians follow procedures properly
2.
What occurs when the expectations of a scientist change how the results of an experiment are viewed?
A)data
B)conclusion
C)bias
D)revision
3.
Scientific investiagtion always contains observations - often called___________.
A)data
B)conclusions
C)hypothesis
D)revisions
4.
Great discoveries can be made when something ____________ happens in an investigation.
A)disasterous
B)unexpected
C)wonderful
D)predictable
5.
Results from an independent laboratory usually are more _________ than results coming from a laboratory paid by a company selling a product.
A)expensive
B)biased
C)misleading
D)reliable
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