Formulating Testable Questions
This worksheet helps grade 9 students understand and formulate effective testable questions for research.
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Formulating Testable Questions
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A testable question is a question that can be answered through research and evidence, rather than opinion or speculation. It is specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART).
1. Which of the following is the BEST example of a testable question?
Is blue a better color than red?
What is the meaning of life?
How does regular exercise affect the academic performance of high school students?
Why are superheroes popular?
2. A testable question often begins with 'What if' or 'Is it true that'.
True
False
3. A testable question should be able to be answered through and .
4. Explain two characteristics of a strong testable question.
5. For each question below, determine if it is testable or not. If it is not testable, rewrite it to make it testable.
a) Is social media bad for teenagers?
Rewrite (if necessary):
b) What is the most beautiful flower?
Rewrite (if necessary):