20
QuizMultiple Choice

Characteristics of Life

Question 20 • FL-2000310-Biology 1 Sem 1 - Flex

What is the best definition of a conclusion?

Answer
A
a written description of events that occurred during an experiment
B
an act of recognizing and noting an occurrence by using the senses
C
a possible explanation of a scientific question based on observation
D
an explanation that uses data to support or reject a hypothesis

Explanation

A conclusion is reached after analyzing the results of an experiment. It uses the collected data to decide whether the evidence supports or rejects the hypothesis, so D, “an explanation that uses data to support or reject a hypothesis,” is the best definition. A describes a procedure or report, B describes an observation, and C describes a possible explanation, or hypothesis.

AI-written and checked against the verified answer.

Previous
Next