A Carefully Formulated Scientific Explanation That Is Based on Extensive

question 42

Multiple Choice

A carefully formulated scientific explanation that is based on extensive observations and is in accord with scientific principles is called a

• A) hypothesis.
• B) theory.
• C) control.
• D) postulate.
• E) fact.

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