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Introduction

When you encounter a problem, how do you solve it? Do you consider what you already know about the problem, think of a possible answer, and then see if your answer is correct? If so, you are using the scientific method. The scientific method is a way of carefully collecting evidence about a question or problem, using that evidence to form a possible answer, and then testing the answer to see if it is accurate.

You can use this method as a tool for solving problems in science class and in many other areas of your life. For example, it could help you figure out why your pencils keep disappearing, how to wrap your sandwich so it does not dry out by lunchtime, or why your dog no longer likes his favorite food.

1. Introduction
2. What are the steps in the scientific method?
3. Experiment 1 - Using the Scientific Method: What are the mystery powders?
4. Experiment 2 - Using the Scientific Method: Do fruit flies appear out of thin air?
5. Design Your Own Experiment