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Hypotheses, Theories, and Laws

Question 4 • AISD-TX-Earth Systems A - Credit Recovery 2025-26

A researcher is studying traffic patterns at an intersection before an upcoming construction project. As part of this investigation, the researcher writes a scientific question, develops a procedure to observe traffic specifically at this intersection, and draws a conclusion.Which type of investigation is the researcher conducting?

Answer
A
descriptive
B
comparative
C
experimental
D
procedural

Explanation

The researcher is observing and describing traffic patterns at one intersection. There is no comparison between groups or locations, and the researcher is not changing a condition to test its effect. Therefore, this is a descriptive investigation, choice A.

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