Science 5.2

Scientific investigation and reasoning. The student uses scientific practices during laboratory and outdoor investigations. The student is expected to:

• (1) describe, plan, and implement simple experimental investigations testing one variable;
  • (A) ask well defined questions, formulate testable hypotheses, and select and use appropriate equipment and technology;
  • (B) collect and record information using detailed observations and accurate measuring;
  • (C) analyze and interpret information to construct reasonable explanations from direct (observable) and indirect (inferred) evidence;
  • (D) demonstrate that repeated investigations may increase the reliability of results;
  • (E) communicate valid conclusions in both written and verbal forms; and
  • (F) construct appropriate simple graphs, tables, maps, and charts using technology, including computers, to organize, examine, and evaluate information.