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Scientific Theories and Hypotheses

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What is the primary purpose of a theory in scientific investigation?

To predict uncontrollable variables

To classify all scientific data

To provide a framework for speculation

To generate testable hypotheses (correct)

Which of the following is NOT one of the six criteria that a useful theory should fulfill?

Falsifiable

Internally consistent

Provides absolute certainty (correct)

Organizes data

How do hypotheses relate to theories?

Hypotheses directly replace theories

Hypotheses can exist without any theories

Hypotheses are less important than theories

Hypotheses are derived from theories (correct)

What role does speculation play in the development of theories?

Speculation enhances controlled observation Signup and view all the answers

Which reasoning process involves modifying a theory based on testing results?

Inductive reasoning Signup and view all the answers

What role do theories play in scientific investigation?

They provide a framework for producing testable hypotheses. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the relationship between hypotheses and theories?

Hypotheses are educated guesses specific enough to be tested. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of a useful theory?

It should be capable of confirmation or disconfirmation. Signup and view all the answers

What does a taxonomy provide in the context of theory and scientific study?

It helps in classifying and understanding natural relationships. Signup and view all the answers

Which reasoning method involves deriving testable hypotheses from a theory?

Deductive reasoning Signup and view all the answers

Scientific Theories and Hypotheses

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Questions and Answers

What is the primary purpose of a theory in scientific investigation?

Which of the following is NOT one of the six criteria that a useful theory should fulfill?

How do hypotheses relate to theories?

What role does speculation play in the development of theories?

Which reasoning process involves modifying a theory based on testing results?

What role do theories play in scientific investigation?

Which statement best describes the relationship between hypotheses and theories?

What is a key characteristic of a useful theory?

What does a taxonomy provide in the context of theory and scientific study?

Which reasoning method involves deriving testable hypotheses from a theory?

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