the scientific method by: drew sandage. the scientific method identify the problem collect...
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THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD
By: Drew Sandage
THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD
• Identify the problem
• Collect information
• Make a hypothesis or guess
• Test the hypothesis
• Draw conclusions
IDENTIFY THE PROBLEM
• Getting in mind the question you wish to answer
Example – Does a car get better fuel mileage by using higher octane fuel?
COLLECT INFORMATION
• Gather information about your problem from sources available
Example – Automotive magazines and newspaper articles
MAKE HYPOTHESIS OR GUESS
• Based on the information gathered, state the outcome you believe will be proven true
Example – I believe the fuel consumption per mile will decrease with the use of higher octane fuel (better mpg)
TEST THE HYPOTHESIS
• Conduct an experiment to determine the results of your hypothesis
Example – Over the course of a standard driving time and condition (such as to work), fill up with the lowest octane on one tank then try with the highest octane on the second tank.
DRAW A CONCLUSION
• Examine your test results to determine if your hypothesis was correct
Example – Calculate your fuel mileage for each tank of gas used to see which one was the most efficient
THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD
• Identify the problem
• Collect information
• Make a hypothesis or guess
• Test the hypothesis
• Draw conclusions