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ASTR 100
Final Exam – Spring 2015
University of Maryland University College
Dr. Hunt
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Section-1
Check the letter that represents the best answer to each of the multiple choice
questions. Answer all questions in this section. Each question is worth 1 point.
This section is worth 50 points.
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[1] In the scientific method, a hypothesis is _____.
A ) is a statement of fact
B ) makes a prediction that can be tested
C ) is usually proven to be correct
D ) can only be tested once
E ) all of these
[2] Which of the following can be considered a definition of "theory?"
A ) A theory can be an explanation of scientific laws.
B ) A theory is an integrated explanation of numerous hypotheses, each supported by a
large body of observations and experiments.
C ) A theory is a condensation and simplification of many data that previously appeared
unrelated.
D ) A theory is a prediction for new data suggesting new relationships among a range of
natural phenomena.
E ) All of the above.
[3] An integrated explanation of numerous hypotheses is known as a _____.
A ) fact
B ) law
C ) control
D ) theory
E ) guess
[4] What is the correct sequence of steps in the scientific method?
I. State a problem
II. Analyze and interpret data
III. Develop a hypothesis
IV. Share the results with other scientists
V. Design and perform experiment to test the hypothesis
A ) I – II - III - IV – V
B ) III – I - V – II – IV
C ) V – IV – III – II – I
D ) I – III – V – II – IV
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