Question

practice it! select the statement(s) that accurately describe reasons to revisit or develop a new hypothesis. scientists are studying something new that requires an investigation. procedural or human errors resulted in inconsistent data. data failed to support the hypothesis. data supports the hypothesis, but the government does not like the results. new evidence has emerged.

Explanation:

• A: New study needs new hypothesis.
• B: Error - caused inconsistent data needs hypothesis revision.
• C: Hypothesis unsupported by data needs change.
• E: New evidence may require hypothesis update.
• D is invalid as science isn't based on government preferences.

Answer:

A. Scientists are studying something new that requires an investigation.
B. Procedural or human errors resulted in inconsistent data.
C. Data failed to support the hypothesis.
E. New evidence has emerged.