| A | B |
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| observation | process of obtaining info using senses |
| hypothesis | testable idea that leads to scientific investigation |
| prediction | guesses expected outcome if hypothesis is accurate |
| experiment | procedure carried out under controlled conditions/tests a fact/theory/proof |
| variable | experiment's factor that changes to test hypothesis |
| experimental group | group that has 1 factor different from control group |
| data | pieces if info acquired through observation or experimentation |
| correlation | linear dependence between 2 variables |
| statistics | colletion & classification of data in numerical form |
| mean | adding up the data & dividing by the # of individuals (average) |
| distribution | arrangement of members of a statistical population,usually shown in a graph) |
| probablity | likelihood of possible future event occuring again (mathematical ratio=# of |
| sample | group of indv's or events selected to represent a statistical population |
| risk | the probability of an unwanted outcome |
| model | represents the structure/workings of object/system/concept |
| conceptual model | verbal or graphical explanation of how a system works or is organized |
| mathematical model | 1 or more equations that represent the way a system or process works |
| value | a principle or standard that an individual considers important |
| decision-making model | conceptual model that provides a systematic |
