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Most science experiments are based on which type of reasoning?
a) deductive
b) inductive
c) abductive
d) subductive

When is a conclusion drawn in the scientific process?
a) right before gathering data
b) right after forming the hypothesis
c) after examining the data
d) before stating a problem

Which type of reasoning is this? A spider has 8 legs. A black widow is a spider. A black widow has 8 legs.
a) deductive
b) inductive
c) abductive
d) subductive

The dependent variable is also known as...
a) y-axis
b) x-axis
c) manipulated variable
d) controlled variable

Which term is not a term used in the metric system?
a) milligrams
b) hectoliters
c) meters
d) feet

How do we calculate density?
a) divide the volume by the mass
b) divide the density by the volume
c) divide the mass by the volume
d) divide the volume by the density

What is data?
a) information that separates the best from the worst outcomes
b) information you gained from personal experience
c) information you got from a close friend
d) information that is quantifiable and factual

How many meters in a kilometer?
a) 10
b) 100
c) 1000
d) 10,000

What is a hypothesis?
a) what you feel deep in your gut
b) a testable statement based on previous knowledge
c) the same as a scientific theory
d) an opinion based on personal experience

What is the metric unit used for measuring volume?
a) mass
b) liter
c) gram
d) ounces

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