Tom hypothesizes that cardinals prefer eating sunflower seeds to grass seeds. To test his hypothesis, Tom designs an experiment.

Question

The steps of Tom's experiment are shown below, but they are not in the correct order. Arrange the steps of the experiment in the order they should be performed.

Observe and

record the

number of

cardinals that

feed on each

type of seed.

Select a

suitable spot

to observe

cardinals.

Write a

report on

his findings.

Set out a pile

of sunflower

seeds and grass

seeds near

each other.

Answer 1

1. Select a suitable spot to observe cardinals.
2. Set out a pile of sunflower seeds and grass seeds near each other.
3. Observe and record the number of cardinals that feed on each type of seed.
4. Write a report on his findings.