Question

question 6
the proper order for the scientific process is __.
a predictions-experiment-observation-hypothesis.
b experiment-observation-predictions-hypothesis.
c hypothesis-observation-experiment-predictions.
d observation-hypothesis-predictions-experiment.

Explanation:

The scientific process typically starts with making observations about a phenomenon. Then, a hypothesis (a tentative explanation) is formulated based on those observations. Next, predictions are made from the hypothesis (what should happen if the hypothesis is true). Finally, an experiment is conducted to test the predictions. Let's analyze each option:

• Option A: Predictions can't come before hypothesis and observation as predictions are derived from a hypothesis which is based on observations. So A is incorrect.
• Option B: Experimenting before observing or formulating a hypothesis is illogical as there's no basis for the experiment. So B is incorrect.
• Option C: Hypothesis can't come before observation as a hypothesis is based on observations. So C is incorrect.
• Option D: Follows the correct order: observation (to notice a phenomenon), hypothesis (explanation for the observation), predictions (from the hypothesis), and experiment (to test the predictions).

Answer:

D. observation-hypothesis-predictions-experiment