Scientific Method

Question 1

The 3 steps in hypothesis creation

Answer 1

1. Identify the problem
2. Ask questions
3. Formulate hypothesis

Question 2

The 6 steps in strict scientific argument creation

Answer 2

1. Problem identification
2. Question asking
3. Hypothesis creation
4. Data collection and experimentation
5. Data analysis
6. Conclusion

Question 3

How does a scientific argument change in function of time?

Answer 3

1. Results may be found to not be repeatable
2. Research biases may be discovered
3. Better technologies/ techniques may be uncovered

Question 4

What is Deductive Reasoning?

Answer 4

A method in which conclusions follow from general principles.

Question 5

What is Inductive Reasoning?

Answer 5

A method of arriving at general principles via specific facts