Which of the Following Four Steps Are Used When Determining

question 81

Multiple Choice

Which of the following four steps are used when determining the validity of a scientific claim?

• A)Formulate a hypothesis, design a study to collect data, analyze the data, and report the results.
• B)Identify an operational definition, analyze the variables, evaluate the statistical significance, and ensure replication.
• C)Identify the independent variable, measure the dependent variable, consider confounding variables, and determine cause-and-effect relationships.
• D)Identify the claim, evaluate the evidence, consider alternative explanations, and consider the source of the research or claim.

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