Question

sc.8.n.4.1 - science and decision

1. which of the following best illustrates how science informs decision - making at level?

a) a student choosing a science fair topic
b) a city planning a new park based on community feedback
c) the government using climate data to develop environmental policies
d) a teacher assigning homework based on textbook chapters

1. which scenario shows science being used to inform a community - level decision?

a) a local bakery choosing a new recipe
b) a neighborhood using water quality tests to decide on filtration systems
c) a student reading a science textbook
d) a family choosing a vacation spot

1. how can science influence decisions at the state level?

a) by helping states choose official symbols like birds or flowers
b) by guiding state laws on pollution control based on environmental studies
c) by determining the number of schools in a district
d) by selecting sports teams for state competitions

Explanation:

1. Option C: The government using climate data (a scientific data source) to develop environmental policies shows science (climate science) informing decision - making at a higher (governmental) level.
2. Option B: A neighborhood using water quality tests (a scientific method) to decide on filtration systems shows science being used for a community - level decision.
3. Option B: Guiding state laws on pollution control based on environmental studies (a scientific field) shows science influencing state - level decisions.

Answer:

1. C. The government using climate data to develop environmental policies
2. B. A neighborhood using water quality tests to decide on filtration systems
3. B. By guiding state laws on pollution control based on environmental studies