Campbell Essential Biology with Physiology, Books a la Carte Plus Mastering Biology with eText -- Access Card Package (5th Edition)
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Chapter 1, Problem 6SQ
Which of the following statements best describes the logic of the scientific method?
- a. If I generate a testable hypothesis, tests and observations will support it.
- b. If my prediction is correct, it will lead to a testable hypothesis.
- c. If my observations are accurate, they will support my hypothesis.
- d. If my hypothesis is correct, I can expect certain test results.
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which of the following best describes the logic of scientific inquiry?
a. If I generate a testable hypothesis, tests and observations will support it.
b. If my prediction is correct, it will lead to a testable hypothesis
c. If my observations are accurate, they will support my hypothesis.
d. if my prediction is correct, my hypothesis is supported.
Which one of the following statements are not true about a scientific theory?
A.
Cannot be dedcued based on repeated observations without an experiment designed to test the hypothesis.
B.
Could be radically revised based on new scientific evidence.
C.
A basic principle derived from the study of nature that has never been disproven by scientific inquiry.
D.
It is a general and reliable explanation of important natural phenomena.
How do scientists derive testable hypotheses? Explain with an example?
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