Scientific Methods Section 1 Unit 3

Question 1

What is an inference

Answer 1

A conclusion made on the basis of facts or premises rather than on direct observations

Question 2

What is a theory

Answer 2

A broad and comprehensive statement of what is thought to be true

Question 3

What are the main steps in the scientific method

Answer 3

Observing, asking questions, collecting data, hypothesizing, experimenting, and drawing conclusions