Question

a student hypothesizes that a solar panel will produce more electricity when it is painted black. after testing, she finds the painted panel produces the same amount of electricity as before. why is the hypothesis still valuable? it means solar panels will always need paint. it provides information that can be used in future investigations. it shows that solar energy does not exist. it proves that energy cannot be measured.

Explanation:

Even when a hypothesis is not supported by experimental results, the data and conclusions from the test provide useful information that can guide and inform future research or experiments related to solar panels and their performance.

Answer:

B. It provides information that can be used in future investigations.