Forming a Scientific Hypothesis
When following the scientific method, forming a hypothesis takes place after
asking a testable question and conducting research. A hypothesis is an educated
guess or prediction about the outcome of an experiment. A hypothesis must be
testable and contain an independent and dependent variable.
Directions: Look at the following experimental questions. You are to develop a
hypothesis for each one.
1. How does the type of material affect how long it takes a shirt to dry?
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2. Does listening to music lower heart rate than another type?
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3. How does weather affect your mood?
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4. Which type of fruit is more acidic: lemons, oranges, or watermelon?
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5. How does the type of music that a person listens to while exercising affect
how hard he or she works out?
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6. How does tire pressure affect a car’s fuel efficiency?
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7. Which uses more water: a shower or bath?
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8. Does a person’s age affect their reaction time?
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9. How does caffeine affect a person’s heart rate?
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10. Does the amount of time a student spends watching TV affect his or her
grades?
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