After Reading About the Possible Causes of Schizophrenia, a Scientist

question 115

Multiple Choice

After reading about the possible causes of schizophrenia, a scientist thinks that a virus is the most likely cause. What term most accurately describes the scientist's idea?

• A) hypothesis
• B) dependent variable
• C) extraneous variable
• D) experimental estimate

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Definitions:

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Factory Safety Standards

Regulations and guidelines designed to ensure the safety and health of workers in industrial settings.

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