Which term describes the series of steps used to solve problems in science?

• A. Force
• B. Mass
• C. Weight
• D. Scientific Method

Answer: (D)

In science, solving problems is done through the scientific method—a structured sequence of steps scientists use to investigate questions and test ideas. This process typically includes making observations and asking a question, forming a hypothesis, planning and conducting experiments or gathering data, analyzing the results, and drawing conclusions. It provides an organized, evidence-based way to understand phenomena and determine explanations that others can test and reproduce.

The other terms describe physical quantities rather than a problem-solving process. Force is a push or pull on an object, mass is the amount of matter in an object, and weight is the gravitational force acting on that mass. These describe properties or interactions, not the method used to explore and solve scientific questions.