Matching Pairs Scientific Inquiry PracticeOnline version match the scientific inquiry term to its definition by Kristen Batko 1 sharing of new information 2 the variable that changes in an experiment (what the scientist manipulates) 3 data that includes descriptions, qualities, or characteristics 4 a predicted solution to the testable question 5 How does the independent variable affect the dependent variable? 6 information gathered through your senses 7 data that includes numerical values 8 asking for information 9 variables that stay the same (for experimental and control groups) 10 the group that receives the independent variable 11 using evidence to learn about the natural world 12 attempts to test the hypothesis 13 the variable that is influenced by the independent variable (what the scientist measures) 14 an answer to a testable question based on data 15 the group that does NOT receive the independent variable (typically considered the "normal" group) hypothesis observation control group inquiry science testable question dependent variable quantitative control variable independent variable qualitative communication conclusion experimental group experiment