Question

a geologist and a biologist performed an experiment together and examined the data. each scientist formed a different conclusion. both conclusions were supported by the evidence. how is this possible?
both conclusions are the same but have different wording.
if more than one conclusion is supported, the hypothesis is invalid.
there can be alternate explanations for the same evidence.
each conclusion is based on different data.

Explanation:

In science, the same evidence can often have multiple alternate explanations. Different scientists may interpret the data in different ways, leading to different conclusions while still being based on the same set of evidence.

Answer:

There can be alternate explanations for the same evidence.