Scientific Method In Research

In this essay, I will use the scientific method to determine the possible cause for two different scenarios. The scientific method allows a person to go through predictions, develop hypotheses and testing those hypotheses to determine if they are true or not. If the hypothesis proves not true, the next hypothesis testing begins until a proven determination is found.
In the first scenario, I went into my kitchen to prepare breakfast for my family. Upon entering the kitchen, I proceeded to get the pans and bowls I would need out. I then went to my refrigerator to obtain milk, eggs, bacon, sausage, butter and cheese. When I opened the refrigerator door, I realized that it was not on. This caused a problem for my cooking breakfast, as I did not know how …show more content…
My initial question is why is the refrigerator not working? I think about the possibilities and I write down potential causes for the problem at hand. The first hypothesis I came up with is that the refrigerator is unplugged from the wall outlet. In order to test this theory, I must move the refrigerator out from the wall to check the outlet. In moving it, I find it is plugged in which means the original hypothesis is incorrect. The next hypothesis I had is that the power is out in my home. To test this, I would check other appliances and lights to see if they are functioning. After testing, I determine that hypothesis to be incorrect as my power is functioning in other areas of my home. The last hypothesis that I had is that the breaker for the refrigerator electrical outlet needs reset at the breaker box. In my testing, I go to