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How to Record & Analyze Data Using the Scientific Method

The foundation of scientific experimentation rests in the scientific method. The scientific method consists of five stages that methodically gather and test knowledge. The five stages are: observe and question a problem, form a hypothesis or educated guess, conduct the experiment, record and analyze the results and report the results. Recording and analyzing the data is an important stage that determines the validity of your hypothesis and test design. By correctly collecting and understanding your results, you can scientifically measure the experiment.

Instructions

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      Design a data recording sheet. Whether you are creating a computer spreadsheet or a simple graph on notebook paper, you need a central location to collect the data you glean from the experiment. Create columns to record the results from multiple trials and variables.

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      Write down the results of your experiment. Record the results and your thoughts on the experiment. Include the time and date of the experiment.

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      Review the results. Check experiment for bias and accuracy. Make sure the variables were properly controlled.

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      Analyze the results you gained from your experiment. Determine whether the experiment proved your hypothesis. If the experiment proves your hypothesis incorrect, decide if your hypothesis or the actual experiment is faulty.

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