Designing an investigation refers to the process of planning and organizing a scientific study or experiment. It involves identifying research questions, developing hypotheses, determining variables, designing data collection methods, and outlining procedures.
Hypothesis: A testable prediction or explanation for a phenomenon based on prior knowledge or observations.
Control Group: The group in an experiment that does not receive any treatment or intervention and serves as a baseline for comparison.
Data Analysis: The process of examining collected data using statistical techniques or other methods to draw conclusions and make interpretations.
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