What Is the First Step in the Scientific Process

question 51

Multiple Choice

What is the first step in the scientific process?

• A)observe a natural phenomenon
• B)generate a scientific hypothesis
• C)make a prediction about what may be happening
• D)develop a test
• E)check results by repeating work

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