On any given day, you can open a news website and read about a new scientific discovery. There are researchers studying in all areas of science, including psychology. But it's important to remember that not all experiments are created equal. Scientists know that an experiment that will yield trusted results is one that follows the process of the scientific method. In this lesson, you will identify a problem to solve or question you want to answer. Then, you will design an experiment to test the problem and answer some questions about the components of your experiment. a) Identify the problem you want to solve or the question you are seeking to answer. b) Turn your problem or question into a hypothesis using an "if, then" statement. Remember to make your hypothesis specific and testable. This will make the next step much easier. Tip: Remember 2022 Imagine Learning LLC Student Guide (continued) to use operational definitions. An operational definition is the way an experimenter defines the vague parts of an experiment's hypothesis by offering ways to measure and quantify variables. Step 3: Identify and define the variables. a) Briefly describe how you would carry out the experiment. Identify the materials