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Induction is the development of a general [2 words] (also termed a paradigm) based on the available [1 word] and using both logical reasoning and creative thought. |
Theoretical framework, evidence |
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Deduction is the process of [3 words] based on a general theoretical framework and using these predictions to guide the collection of [2 words . |
making specific predictions, experimental evidence |
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Research questions focus on an area where ... |
knowledge is incomplete. |
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Hypotheses are [2 words] that could answer the research question. Scientists use the prevailing theory as well as the results from particular experiments as a guide in developing hypotheses. |
Tentative explanation, |
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Specific predictions are then developed by [2]. These predictions are based on a particular hypothesis and should be testable by experiment. |
deductive reasoning |
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What are the three components of scientific arguments? |
The idea (a hypothesisor theory),the expectations generated by that idea (frequently called predictions),and the actual observations relevant to those expectations (the evidence). |
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Data become evidence only when... |
they have been interpreted in a way that reflects on the accuracy or inaccuracy of a scientific idea. |
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An example of when an evidence may lead to the revision of a hypothesis is... |
Einstein's revision of the nature of light: from wave to both wave and particle by explaining the photoelectric effect. |
