To investigate means to examine or explore a topic or issue in order to gather information and gain a better understanding of it.
Related terms
Hypothesis: A hypothesis is an educated guess or prediction that can be tested through research and experimentation.
Variables: Variables are factors that can change or vary during an experiment. They are what researchers manipulate (independent variable) and measure (dependent variable).
Research Design: Research design refers to the plan or strategy used to carry out an investigation. It includes details on how variables will be manipulated, data collected, and analyzed.