Weekend Workout: Applying the 'Elements of an Experiment' Strategy to SAT Inference Questions
Includes Practice Question, Elements of an Experiment Strategy Exercise, and Detailed Answer Explanations
Today’s Walker Prep post brings good news for both students who are self-prepping and for parents who are doing their best to help! In this Weekend Workout, we're focusing on a powerful analytical tool: the Elements of an Experiment strategy. This approach is particularly effective for tackling SAT Inference Questions and Command of Evidence Questions that involve scientific experiments or studies.
The Elements of an Experiment strategy helps you break down complex passages into manageable components, making it easier to draw accurate conclusions. While this method may seem time-consuming at first, don't be discouraged. With consistent practice, you'll find yourself applying this strategy quickly and efficiently. The key is to start practicing early and often.
In the following practice question, you'll have the opportunity to apply this strategy to a passage about marine bioluminescence. By working through this exercise, you'll not only improve your ability to analyze experimental setups but also enhance your critical thinking skills – a crucial asset for SAT success.
Remember, the goal isn't just to get the right answer, but to develop a systematic approach to these types of questions. So, let's dive in and start honing your analytical skills!
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Practice Question
Read the following passage, question, and answer choices carefully. Then do the Elements of an Experiment exercise that follows. Use your responses to the exercise to help you identify the correct answer choice. Finally, check your reasoning against the answer explanations.
Bioluminescence, the ability of living organisms to produce light, has long fascinated marine biologists. While it's known that many deep-sea creatures use bioluminescence, the exact environmental factors that trigger this phenomenon have remained elusive. To investigate bioluminescence triggers, a team led by marine biologist Dr. Ynvge Ødegård exposed various bioluminescence-capable deep-sea organisms to different water pressures and temperatures in a controlled laboratory setting. The researchers increased water pressure and decreased temperature for some specimens, while