Chapter 1, Problem 2ACQ

Figure 1.18 In the example below, the scientific method is used to solve an everyday problem. Which part in the example below is the hypothesis? Which is the prediction?

Based on the results of the experiment, is the hypothesis supported? If it is not supported, propose some alternative hypotheses.

1. My toaster doesn’t toast my bread.

2. Why doesn’t my toaster work?

3. There is something wrong with the electrical outlet.

4. If something is wrong with the outlet, my coffeemaker also won’t work when plugged into it. 5. I plug my coffeemaker into the outlet.

6. My coffeemaker works.