The following statements accurately describe the "Data" section of a lab report:
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It contains the raw measurements taken during the experiment. - This is true, as the Data section typically includes all the raw data collected during the experiment.
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It shows charts and graphs that can help people visualize results. - This is also true. The Data section often includes visual representations like charts and graphs to help illustrate the findings.
The other two statements do not accurately describe the Data section:
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It discusses the meaning of the results of the experiment. - This is not true for the Data section. Instead, the discussion of the meaning of the results typically occurs in the "Discussion" section of the report.
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It explains the research other scientists have already done. - This statement is not accurate for the Data section, as background research is usually covered in the "Introduction" or "Literature Review" section of a lab report.
So, the accurate statements regarding the Data section are the first two.