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QuizMultiple Choice

Hypotheses, Theories, and Laws

Question 9 • FL-2000315-Biology 1 CR

Our current understanding of evolution is called a theory because it has been

Answer
A
supported repeatedly as new discoveries have been made.
B
proven to be exactly true as originally proposed.
C
corroborated by data that were gathered during a single experiment.
D
developed from the postulates of many scientists.

Explanation

In science, a theory is a well-supported explanation that has been tested repeatedly and strengthened by many lines of evidence. New discoveries continue to support and refine our understanding of evolution, so choice A is correct. A scientific theory is not proven to be exactly true forever, as choice B suggests.

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