How Does a Scientist Make Assumptions

question 54

Multiple Choice

How does a scientist make assumptions?

• A) A scientist chooses the assumptions that best prove a desired result.
• B) A scientist chooses the assumptions randomly so as not to appear biased.
• C) A scientist chooses the assumptions that would be most widely accepted.
• D) A scientist chooses the assumptions that best capture the essential features of the problem.

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Definitions:

Classifying

The process of organizing financial information into categories for analysis, reporting, and decision making.

Summarizing

The process of presenting a concise overview or summary of specific information or data, such as the key points of a financial report.

Reporting

The process of organizing and presenting data, often financial, to provide insights into the performance of an entity.

Accounts Payable

Liabilities or amounts owed by a business to its creditors or suppliers for goods and services received.