For a Hypothesis to Be Considered a Valid Scientific Theory

question 37

Multiple Choice

For a hypothesis to be considered a valid scientific theory, it must _______

• A)summarize experimental data without trying to predict future results.
• B)be impossible to prove wrong by experiment.
• C)explain widely observed phenomena based on extensive testing.
• D)never be modified or expanded.
• E)be voted on by the scientific community and accepted by all.

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Definitions:

Systematic Desensitization

A therapeutic technique aimed at reducing anxiety or phobias through gradual exposure to the feared object or situation combined with relaxation exercises.

Phobias

Intense, irrational fears of specific objects or situations, significantly impacting an individual's daily life.

Unconscious Thoughts

Mental processes that occur without conscious awareness, influencing feelings, thoughts, and behaviors in ways not immediately accessible to introspection.

Past History

Past history is a record or account of events, actions, or conditions that happened in the past.