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Scientific Methods Quiz - Study Guide

This quiz will be structured much like the homework assignments we have been doing. You will be given 2-3 scenarios, each describing a scientific experiment. For each of these you will be asked to:
 * 1) Identify the question or problem.
 * 2) Write a hypothesis using an if/then statement.
 * 3) Identify the independent variable.
 * 4) Identify the dependent variable.
 * 5) List the variables that should remain constant.
 * 6) Identify the control group if there is one.
 * 7) Form a conclusion.

The final portion of the quiz in an experimental design question. You will be given several questions to choose from. For the question you choose you will need to:
 * 1) Write a hypothesis using an if/then statement.
 * 2) Identify the independent variable.
 * 3) Identify the dependent variable.
 * 4) List the variables that should remain constant.
 * 5) Design an experiment that tests your hypothesis, includes a control group if possible, and addresses reliability.

Please refer to the @Steps of the Scientific Method Reference Guide you were given in class to help you study for the quiz. You may also wish to review Hypothesis & Variables Notes and Designing an Experiment Notes.