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The Scientific Method Have you ever had a problem that you

Have you ever had a problem that you needed to solve, or a question that you needed to answer? Scientists have this dilemma all the time and use the scientific method to solve problems and answer questions. The scientific method was developed to standardize scientific research. This clearly defined process to evaluate data and propose new ideas ensures that research has been properly conducted and analyzed. Further, the scientific method allows for reproduction of the experiment by other researchers and should lead to the same results every time.

For this week’s Assignment, you will be asked to apply the scientific method related to an observation you can make in your own life. To prepare for this Assignment, review your course text, paying particular attention to content related to the scientific method and who you can trust to help you choose foods wisely. Also review the Institute for Inquiry website in this week’s Learning Resources. Consider a case in your own life where you could use the scientific method, or elements of the scientific method, to solve a problem. Think about observations you make on a daily basis that are related to nutrition.

This may include how many alcohol commercials play during sporting events on the television, how many coworkers bring sack lunches for lunch versus take-out or frozen lunches, or the number of sugary cereal commercials that play during cartoons on Saturday mornings, for example. Choose an observation related to nutrition that you would like to investigate by using the scientific method. From your observation, propose a hypothesis. After you have determined your hypothesis, observe and collect data that will help you support or disprove your hypothesis. The Assignment requires you to write a 2-page, double-spaced paper in which you apply the scientific method to observation and data analysis and test your hypothesis based on your observations.

Paper For Above Instructions

Abstract: This paper applies the scientific method to investigate the frequency of alcohol commercials during sporting events compared to romantic drama programs. The observation aimed to understand the prevalence of alcohol advertising in contrast with perceived healthier choices often discussed among peers. The hypothesis posited that more alcohol commercials would be aired during a basketball game than during a romantic drama. Data was collected by watching two selected shows and counting the number of alcohol commercials aired. Results indicated that the hypothesis was supported, with more alcohol commercials present during the sporting event. This research contributes to understanding commercial influence in media, particularly regarding nutrition and lifestyle choices.

Introduction: In an era where advertising significantly shapes consumer behavior and perceptions, understanding the impact of commercial media on our dietary choices has never been more critical. This observation stems from my personal interest in nutrition and the advertising strategies that companies employ to influence viewers. My hypothesis is motivated by an observation made during a recent basketball game, where I noticed a surge in alcohol commercials compared to the lighter romantic dramas I often watch. The potential contribution of this research lies in highlighting the correlation between sports programming and alcohol advertising, as well as attracting attention to how such media may subconsciously affect dietary choices among different demographics.

Methods and Materials: To test my hypothesis, I selected two specific programs: a popular basketball game aired on a major sports network and a romantic drama on a primetime channel. The data collection took place over two weekends. The basketball game was scheduled on a Friday evening at 8 PM, while the romantic drama aired on Saturday at 9 PM. I recorded the number of alcohol commercials during each program for a duration of 30 minutes, ensuring that I noted the time intervals to maintain consistency in observation. The collected data was tabulated to provide an easy reference for comparison.

Results and Conclusion: The data analysis revealed that during the 30 minutes of the basketball game, a total of 10 alcohol commercials were aired compared to only 3 during the same duration of the romantic drama. This empirical evidence supports my hypothesis that more alcohol commercials are aired during sports events than during romantic dramas. This finding is significant as it highlights the targeted nature of alcohol advertising toward sports viewership, an area that can impact consumer behaviors and dietary decisions, suggesting a need for balanced representation in advertising, especially as it relates to nutrition and health. Even though the data was limited to only two viewing sessions, the findings contribute to a broader understanding of advertising dynamics and its implications on public health.

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