Question

the scientific process is ____, involving both inductive and deductive reasoning.
○ cyclical
○ perfectionistic
○ unpredictable
○ circular

Explanation:

The scientific process uses inductive reasoning to form hypotheses from observations, then deductive reasoning to test them. After testing, new observations are made, restarting the process in a repeating, sequential loop. "Cyclical" best describes this repeated, structured sequence, while "circular" implies unproductive repetition, "perfectionistic" and "unpredictable" do not match the methodical, iterative nature of science.

Answer:

cyclical