WGU C389 Science, Technology & Society
(New 2026/ 2027 Update) Questions &
Answers {Grade A} 100% Correct (Verified
Solutions)
SCIENCE - Correct answer Our knowledge of the natural world and the process
through which that knowledge is built. The process of science relies on the testing of
ideas with evidence gathered from the natural world. Science as a whole cannot be
precisely defined but can be broadly described by a set of key characteristics.
FACTS - Correct answer Statement that is known to be true through direct
observation. Since scientific ideas are inherently tentative, the term fact is more
meaningful in everyday language than in the language of science.
NATURAL WORLD - Correct answer All the components of the physical universe —
atoms, plants, ecosystems, people, societies, galaxies, etc., as well as the natural
forces at work on those things. Elements of the natural world (as opposed to the
supernatural) can be investigated by science.
,TECHNOLOGIES - Correct answer Designed innovations that serve some practical
function. Science and technology frequently contribute to one another — with scientific
advances leading to the design of new technologies, and new technologies enabling
new observations or tests that advance scientific knowledge.
MULTIPLE LINES OF EVIDENCE - Correct answer Evidence drawn from one sort of test
result that bears on the accuracy of an idea. In science, it is often desirable to use
multiple lines of evidence (drawn from different sorts of tests and even different fields
of study) to evaluate a scientific idea.
INFER - Correct answer To figure out through logical reasoning. Inferences are often
based on established knowledge and/or assumptions.
OBSERVE - Correct answer To note, record, or attend to a result, occurrence, or
phenomenon. Though we typically think of observations as having been made "with our
own eyes," in science, observations may be made directly (by seeing, feeling, hearing,
tasting, or smelling) or indirectly using tools
,DEDUCE - Correct answer To figure out through logical reasoning. Deductions are
often based on established knowledge and/or assumptions.
EVIDENCE - Correct answer Test results and/or observations that may either help
support or help refute a scientific idea. In general, raw data are considered evidence
only once they have been interpreted in a way that reflects on the accuracy of a
scientific idea
TEST - Correct answer In science, an observation or experiment that could provide
evidence regarding the accuracy of a scientific idea. Testing involves figuring out what
one would expect to observe if an idea were correct and comparing that expectation to
what one actually observes.
PURE SCIENCE - Correct answer Research undertaken to build knowledge and
understanding, regardless of its potential applications. The boundary between pure and
applied science is fuzzy. Research undertaken in the pure pursuit of knowledge often
ends up having useful applications, and research begun with an application in mind
often ends up informing our understanding of the natural world more broadly.
, APPLIED SCIENCE - Correct answer Research undertaken with the explicit goal of
solving a problem or developing a technology. The boundary between pure and applied
science is fuzzy. Research undertaken in the pure pursuit of knowledge often ends up
having useful applications, and research begun with an application in mind often ends
up informing our understanding of the natural world more broadly.
ACCEPT - Correct answer To take as the best explanation based on the evidence. In the
scientific community, an idea is generally accepted when it is supported by many lines
of evidence and meets other criteria (e.g., consistency with well-established ideas in
related fields).
SCIENCE CHECKLIST - Correct answer - Focuses on the natural world
- Aims to explain the natural world
- Use testable ideas
- Relies on evidence
- Involves the scientific community
- Leads to ongoing research
(New 2026/ 2027 Update) Questions &
Answers {Grade A} 100% Correct (Verified
Solutions)
SCIENCE - Correct answer Our knowledge of the natural world and the process
through which that knowledge is built. The process of science relies on the testing of
ideas with evidence gathered from the natural world. Science as a whole cannot be
precisely defined but can be broadly described by a set of key characteristics.
FACTS - Correct answer Statement that is known to be true through direct
observation. Since scientific ideas are inherently tentative, the term fact is more
meaningful in everyday language than in the language of science.
NATURAL WORLD - Correct answer All the components of the physical universe —
atoms, plants, ecosystems, people, societies, galaxies, etc., as well as the natural
forces at work on those things. Elements of the natural world (as opposed to the
supernatural) can be investigated by science.
,TECHNOLOGIES - Correct answer Designed innovations that serve some practical
function. Science and technology frequently contribute to one another — with scientific
advances leading to the design of new technologies, and new technologies enabling
new observations or tests that advance scientific knowledge.
MULTIPLE LINES OF EVIDENCE - Correct answer Evidence drawn from one sort of test
result that bears on the accuracy of an idea. In science, it is often desirable to use
multiple lines of evidence (drawn from different sorts of tests and even different fields
of study) to evaluate a scientific idea.
INFER - Correct answer To figure out through logical reasoning. Inferences are often
based on established knowledge and/or assumptions.
OBSERVE - Correct answer To note, record, or attend to a result, occurrence, or
phenomenon. Though we typically think of observations as having been made "with our
own eyes," in science, observations may be made directly (by seeing, feeling, hearing,
tasting, or smelling) or indirectly using tools
,DEDUCE - Correct answer To figure out through logical reasoning. Deductions are
often based on established knowledge and/or assumptions.
EVIDENCE - Correct answer Test results and/or observations that may either help
support or help refute a scientific idea. In general, raw data are considered evidence
only once they have been interpreted in a way that reflects on the accuracy of a
scientific idea
TEST - Correct answer In science, an observation or experiment that could provide
evidence regarding the accuracy of a scientific idea. Testing involves figuring out what
one would expect to observe if an idea were correct and comparing that expectation to
what one actually observes.
PURE SCIENCE - Correct answer Research undertaken to build knowledge and
understanding, regardless of its potential applications. The boundary between pure and
applied science is fuzzy. Research undertaken in the pure pursuit of knowledge often
ends up having useful applications, and research begun with an application in mind
often ends up informing our understanding of the natural world more broadly.
, APPLIED SCIENCE - Correct answer Research undertaken with the explicit goal of
solving a problem or developing a technology. The boundary between pure and applied
science is fuzzy. Research undertaken in the pure pursuit of knowledge often ends up
having useful applications, and research begun with an application in mind often ends
up informing our understanding of the natural world more broadly.
ACCEPT - Correct answer To take as the best explanation based on the evidence. In the
scientific community, an idea is generally accepted when it is supported by many lines
of evidence and meets other criteria (e.g., consistency with well-established ideas in
related fields).
SCIENCE CHECKLIST - Correct answer - Focuses on the natural world
- Aims to explain the natural world
- Use testable ideas
- Relies on evidence
- Involves the scientific community
- Leads to ongoing research
