Question

which of the following phrases is missing: predicted results/observations =/ actual results/observations -> ? supports hypothesis refutes hypothesis disproves hypothesis proves hypothesi

Explanation:

In scientific method, when predicted results/observations do not match (≠) actual results/observations, it means the hypothesis is not supported, i.e., it refutes the hypothesis. "Supports hypothesis" is when they match. "Disproves" and "proves" are strong terms; science uses "refutes" or "supports" as hypotheses aren't proven/disproven absolutely. So the correct phrase is "refutes hypothesis".

Answer:

B. refutes hypothesis (assuming options are labeled with A, B, C, D where B is the blue option "refutes hypothesis")