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In which order are the steps of the scientific method commonly listed?

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A common ordering of the scientific method is:

1. Make observations / ask a question
2. Do background research
3. Formulate a hypothesis (a testable prediction)
4. Design and conduct an experiment (or gather data)
5. Analyze the data
6. Draw a conclusion (accept, reject, or revise the hypothesis)
7. Communicate results (and/or repeat/iterate further testing)

Note: Different textbooks compress or rename steps and the process is iterative—results often lead to revised hypotheses and new experiments.