Which statement best describes a relationship amongst hypotheses, theories, and laws?

A hypothesis is a tentative, testable explanation for an observation. When many related hypotheses are supported by evidence and brought together into a broader explanation, they can contribute to a theory. A theory does not simply become a law; laws describe patterns or relationships, while theories explain them. Therefore, the best choice is “A theory combines several hypotheses.”

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