Which of these BEST describes the difference between a hypothesis and a theory? A) A hypothesis is true; a theory MAY be true. B) Hypotheses are accepted by the scientific community; theories are not. C) A theory has been tested and based on data, while a hypothesis has not yet been tested. D) A hypothesis has been tested and is based on facts, while a theory has yet to be tested.
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Hypotheses are proposed explanations that need to be tested. Option B is also incorrect, as both hypotheses and theories can be accepted or rejected by the scientific community based on evidence. Option C is correct. A theory has been tested and is based on Show more…
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