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Explain how the word theory is used differently in the context of science than in common everyday language.
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For example, one might say, "My theory is that the traffic is due to a major accident on the highway." In this context, the word "theory" is used to express an untested idea or speculation. Show more…
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How does the scientific meaning of "theory" differ from the common, everyday meaning of the word?
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