Which of the Following Would Be Considered Basic Research

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be considered basic research?

• A)examining why a mouse likes cheddar cheese more than swiss cheese
• B)studying ways of catching mice safely
• C)testing the strength of a mouse cage
• D)examining how quickly a trapdoor closes
• E)testing a safe,nontoxic mouse glue

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Definitions:

Creating Hypotheses

The process of forming testable statements or predictions based on theoretical insights or observations.

Observation

The process of monitoring or noting phenomena with the aim of collecting data or arriving at conclusions.

Application

The act of putting something to use or implementing a concept, method, or device for a particular purpose.

Parsimony

The principle or idea of simplicity, especially in scientific explanations, by preferring the least complicated explanation.