Which of the following is the most accurate description of a scientific theory? A scientific idea or guess that has yet to be tested. A scientific conclusion based on hundreds to thousands of supported experimental data. A scientific study that has proper controls, publication in a peer-reviewed journal, and a large sample size.
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