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| The Scientific Method | the steps used to test a hypothesis |
| Variable | someothing that can be changed in an experiment |
| Independent variable | variable that is changed by experimenter and whose effect may change the dependent variable |
| Dependent variable | the observed or measured variable that changes as a result of the independent variable |
| Controlled variable | any variable that is the same for all groups |
| Control group | the group that is used for comparison |
| Experimental group | the group(s) that contains the independent variable |
| Hypothesis | a prediction that is testable |
| Data Analysis | the evaluation of data produced in an experiment by mathematical or observational means |
| Data table | a way to organize data produced in an experiment |
| Graph | a mathematical means to evaluate data produced in an experiment |
| Controlled experiment | a method to test a hypothesis that includes a control group and controlled variables |
