Question 1
Maya sets up an experiment to test bean plant growth under three different light conditions: full sun, partial shade, and deep shade. She uses identical pots, soil, and water for all plants. What is the independent variable in Maya's experiment?
Correct Answer:
The amount of sunlight received
Question 2
Liam needs to measure exactly 35 milliliters (mL) of liquid fertilizer for a classroom garden project. Which measurement tool should he use for the most accurate result?
Correct Answer:
A graduated cylinder
Question 3
A student engineering team notices that rain barrel water overflows into the school garden during heavy downpours, washing away topsoil. What should be the team's first step in the engineering design process?
Correct Answer:
Define the specific problem and identify constraints
Question 4
Which of the following statements is a testable scientific claim rather than an opinion?
Correct Answer:
Plants grown in compost-enriched soil grow taller than plants grown in sand
Question 5
A student times how long it takes a toy car to roll down a 1-meter ramp. Why is it important to repeat the investigation three times and calculate an average?
Correct Answer:
To reduce the effect of accidental timing errors and increase reliability
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