Which of the Following Statements Best Distinguishes Hypotheses from Theories

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best distinguishes hypotheses from theories in science?

• A) Theories are hypotheses that have been proved.
• B) Hypotheses are guesses; theories are correct answers.
• C) Hypotheses usually are relatively narrow in scope; theories have broad explanatory power.
• D) Theories are proved true; hypotheses are often contradicted by experimental results.

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Definitions:

Caregiver-Infant Interactions

The dynamic relationship and exchange between a child and their primary caregiver, which is crucial for the child's social and emotional development.

Osteoporosis

A condition involving the progressive loss of bone tissue.

Breast-Feed

The process of feeding a baby with milk directly from the mother's breast, providing ideal nutrition and fostering bonding between mother and child.

Solid Foods

Foods that are not liquid or semi-liquid, introduced to an infant's diet typically around 6 months of age as they transition from a milk-only diet.