Proposals should have included the aspects listed below (much of this is in chapter 10). Make sure that these items (and any others in chapter 10) are seriously considered before you continue with your tests (sampling). Do this by the next class period. The presentations are quite soon.

Example of items addressed while performing an experiment involving the tolerance of fish to beer:

Where will the fish come from
How many fish will be used per treatment
How much water and beer will you use per treatment
What is the size of the containers that will be used
How narrow of a range will be obtained
How will you analyze the data – If the data is not analyzed the certainty of the results will not be known
State the hypothesis
State predictions
State assumptions
Discuss the possible variables that may affect the results. For example: When using fish addresses the issue of size difference among fish
Communicate accurately (e.g. the desired message).
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Tests are usually preceded by having some knowledge of key aspects of the subject. This way the predictions and the experiments will have some sort of foundation. Learn about the topic by reading reliable sources. Do not trust the news or newspaper.

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