Question

a scientific hypothesis must include which of the following characteristics?
it does not require testing by experimentation or additional observations; it is not falsifiable.
it provides an explanation consistent with accepted theological ideas and does not need to be tested.
it is always provable and clearly states what is already known to be fact.
it provides a reasonable explanation to a question and is consistent with current observations; it must also be testable and falsifiable.

Explanation:

A scientific hypothesis offers a reasonable answer to a question, aligns with current observations, and is testable and falsifiable. It is not based on theological ideas, doesn't just state known facts, and requires testing.

Answer:

It provides a reasonable explanation to a question and is consistent with current observations; it must also be testable and falsifiable.