Question

scientists utilize models for a variety of different purposes, but each type of scientific model has limitations. what might be a limitation of existing solar system models?
a. they are not based on experimentation.
b. they are used for prediction.
c. they cannot be changed.
d. they are based on current knowledge.

please select the best answer from the choices provided

○ a
○ b
○ c
○ d

Explanation:

• Option a: Solar system models are based on observation/experiment, so a is wrong.
• Option b: Prediction is a use, not a limitation, so b is wrong.
• Option c: Models can be updated, so c is wrong.
• Option d: Models rely on current knowledge, which may be incomplete, so this is a limitation.

Answer:

D. They are based on current knowledge.