SCIENTIFIC+METHOD



= = = Scientific Method =

I. State the Problem - Regardless of the complexity of the problem, work to reduce it to a simple statement.

 * === Example: ===
 * Do heavier objects fall faster than lighter objects?


 * === Example: ===
 * Heavy objects fall faster than lighter objects.


 * === Example: ===
 * A baseball will fall faster than a piece of paper and a ball of silly putty.
 * We will test paper balled-up and open.

IV. Test the Hypothesis - Design an experiment to test the hypothesis. Be sure to record your experimental procedure and observations.

 * === Example: ===
 * Drop all three at the same time.
 * The balls all hit at the same time, but the open sheet of paper landed later.


 * === Example: ===
 * Objects fall at the same speed if they are aerodynamic.
 * Air resistance causes larger and lighter objects to fall more slowly.