The document outlines the steps of the scientific method, including defining a problem, forming a testable hypothesis, designing a controlled experiment with experimental and control groups to test the hypothesis, making observations and drawing a conclusion from the results, which could lead to publishing a new theory or revising the original hypothesis. An example is given about using the scientific method to test why another fisherman is catching more fish by testing different baits in a controlled experiment.

8. Observation  Problem Hypothesis Controlled Experiment Results Conclusion Publication/Theory Reject & Revise Hypothesis Other scientists exp & repeat Additional Hypothesis