You are expected to be able to evaluate practical methods such as this, so make sure that you are aware of the following:
- How to keep any relevant control variables constant, e.g. maintaining a single light source while investigating the effects of temperature
- How to ensure that your results are reliable, e.g. by carrying out repeats for each environmental condition
- How to improve on the suggested method, e.g. always using fresh plant cuttings that are still transpiring
- Hazards, risks, and corresponding control measures
Note that setting up potometers can be quite tricky, so it is possible that your teacher or lab technician may do it in advance; you still need to understand the purpose of the under-water set-up process even if you don't carry out this part of the practical yourself!