Question

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select the correct answer.
which term refers to a prediction regarding the outcome of an experiment under certain circumstances?

a. theory

b. principle

c. hypothesis

d. law

Explanation:

• A theory is a well-supported, broad explanation of phenomena.
• A principle is a fundamental, established rule or truth.
• A hypothesis is a testable prediction of an experiment's outcome.
• A law is a descriptive statement of observed natural patterns.

The question asks for the term describing a prediction for an experiment's outcome, which matches the definition of a hypothesis.

Answer:

C. hypothesis