Which of the Following Is the Correct Sequential Order of the Steps

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the correct sequential order of the steps followed in the scientific method?

• A)Define a problem; generate a hypothesis; collect and analyze the data; develop a method to test the hypothesis; draw conclusions.
• B)Generate a hypothesis; collect and analyze the data; define the problem; draw conclusions.
• C)Define a problem; generate a hypothesis; develop a method to test the hypothesis; collect and analyze the data; draw conclusions.
• D)Generate a hypothesis; develop a method to test the hypothesis; draw conclusions; collect and analyze the data.

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