How is a hypothesis shaped?;A hypothesis is shaped through exploration and discovery - such as reading scientific literature and making observations. Hypotheses are also shaped through interactions with the scientific community and larger society. ;MQB_1
How is a hypothesis tested?;Scientists test hypotheses with controlled experiments ;MQB_1
Is the process of science a prescribed linear path?;While forming and testing hypotheses is central to the process, exploration and discovery, plus interactions with the scientific community and society lead to a multitude of pathways through our described model. ;MQB_1
What is inductive reasoning?;Inductive reasoning is the process of drawing conclusions going from the specific to the general. Often contrasted with deductive reasoning ;MQB_1
What is deductive reasoning?;Deductive reasoning is a logical approach where you progress from general ideas to specific conclusions. Often contrasted with inductive reasoning ;MQB_1