Step One in the Scientific Method Is To

question 48

Multiple Choice

Step one in the scientific method is to:

• A)formulate a hypothesis.
• B)reflect an opinion.
• C)specify assumptions.
• D)identify the question and define relevant variables.
• E)test the hypothesis.

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Definitions:

Acceptance Sampling

A statistical quality control method where a random sample of items is inspected to decide if the whole batch meets the prescribed standards.

AOQ

Average Order Quantity; the mean volume of goods ordered over a specific period of time, reflecting purchasing behavior.

Population Percent Defective

The percentage of items in a defined population that do not meet predefined standards or specifications.

Producer's Risk

The risk that a producer takes when a good batch is incorrectly rejected based on the sample quality test results, also known as Type I error in statistical testing.