Data and Data Analysis (Grade 12 NSC Matric Physical Sciences): Quizzes
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What is the golden rule when plotting experimental data on a graph?
What is the golden rule when plotting experimental data on a graph?
Never connect the dots directly
Where should the independent variable be placed on a graph?
Where should the independent variable be placed on a graph?
On the x-axis
Why are units essential in scientific measurements?
Why are units essential in scientific measurements?
They give meaning to numerical values
What should a best fit line show on a graph?
What should a best fit line show on a graph?
The general trend of the data
Which type of analysis involves working with numerical data and statistics?
Which type of analysis involves working with numerical data and statistics?
Quantitative analysis
What should you do if results don't match your original hypothesis?
What should you do if results don't match your original hypothesis?
Explain factors causing unexpected results
What is the best way to ensure reliability in experiments?
What is the best way to ensure reliability in experiments?
Repeat experiments and calculate averages
How can researchers prevent bias in scientific investigations?
How can researchers prevent bias in scientific investigations?
Present information objectively
What type of relationship produces a curved graph with an accelerating rate of change?
What type of relationship produces a curved graph with an accelerating rate of change?
Exponential relationship
How should axis labels be written on scientific graphs?
How should axis labels be written on scientific graphs?
Include what's measured and units in brackets