Science Literacy 2006 school release materials - NAP

Q3 1 Indicates that an average takes into account variation inindividual results.Examples of correct answers (score 1):• more exact, accurate, conclusive, reliable, consistent,precise• one trial might be incorrect• not all the trials could give the correct results• to check any mistakes• because one of the trials could be a fluke• do 3 trials so you have more results to compareExamples of incorrect answers (score 0):• because it’s more exciting• it’s better• it can definitely change• because if you do 3 trials you get more of a score• it gives an overall score instead of just 1 score (repeatingthe question)• it tells you more information37