Exploration Entering the World of Secondary Science Class 9 Question Answer Science Exploration Chapter 1
Exploration Entering the World of Secondary Science Class 9 Question Answer Science Exploration Chapter 1 Exploration Entering the World of Secondary Science Class 9 Questions and Answers (InText) Pause and Ponder (NCERT Textbook Page No. 4) Question 1. Think of a prediction you or your family made recently (for example, the outcome of a cricket match). Was it based on evidence and reasoning or solely on guesswork? How can scientific thinking improve such predictions? Answer: Most everyday predictions are often based on guesswork rather than evidence. For example, a family member might say, India will win the cricket match today because it has strong players. This is mainly a general belief and is not based on detailed analysis. Scientific thinking improves such predictions by using evidence, past performance data, pitch conditions, weather, and player statistics. For instance, checking a team’s recent form or a player’s performance on a particular ground makes the prediction more logi...