Which of the Statements Below Is NOT Part of the Scientific

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Multiple Choice

Which of the statements below is NOT part of the scientific method?

• A)observation and measurement
• B)formation of a hypothesis
• C)testing of a hypothesis by experimentation
• D)refinement of a hypothesis as needed
• E)All of the above steps are part of the scientific method.

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Definitions:

Acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter in the nervous system that plays a crucial role in muscle activation and memory formation.

Antagonist

In pharmacology, a substance that blocks or dampens a biological response by binding to and inhibiting the effect of an agonist (the substance that would normally induce that response).

Receptor Sites

Specific locations on the surface of a cell or within the central nervous system where neurotransmitters bind to trigger a response.

Sleep

A naturally recurring state of rest for the mind and body, characterized by altered consciousness and reduced sensory and muscle activity.