Which Choice Describes a Theory

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which choice describes a theory?

• A) A tentative explanation for a relatively small set of observations.
• B) A generally accepted principle based on a large set of confirmed observations.
• C) The process by which science operates, involving the development of explanations for observations of the universe.
• D) Fundamental research that increases our understanding of the world.
• E) Gathering knowledge with the goal of creating new products or improving existing ones.