The First Step in the Scientific Method Is

question 42

Multiple Choice

The first step in the scientific method is

• A)establishing a hypothesis.
• B)testing a hypothesis.
• C)formulating a research question.
• D)designing a method.

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Definitions:

Involuntary Developmental

Growth or changes that occur without conscious control or decision, often biological or physiological processes.

Sensorimotor Period

A stage of development in Piaget's theory, occurring from birth to approximately 2 years of age, where infants learn about their world through their senses and motor activities.

Reflexive

Pertaining to or characterized by reflex action; automatic and involuntary response to stimuli.

Primary Circular Reactions

Repetitive actions in very young infants, which serve to build the infant’s own sensory-motor coordination.