Which of the Following Statements About Scientific Theories Is Not

question 102

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about scientific theories is not true?

• A)A theory must make predictions that can be checked by observation or experiment.
• B)A theory is a model designed to explain a number of observed facts.
• C)A theory can never be proved beyond all doubt; we can only hope to collect more and more evidence that might support it.
• D)If even a single new fact is discovered that contradicts what we expect according to a particular theory, then the theory must be revised or discarded.
• E)A theory cannot be taken seriously by scientists if it contradicts other theories developed by scientists over the past several hundred years.

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