In the Scientific Method, a Hypothesis Is

question 80

Multiple Choice

In the scientific method, a hypothesis is

• A) a final answer to a question.
• B) formulated by statistical analysis of data.
• C) an alternative to an experiment.
• D) the basis for making predictions.
• E) formulated solely by speculation.

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