Which statements apply to theories? Check all that apply.A theory is a factual statement.A theory is well-tested and widely accepted.A theory is an explanation.A theory cannot be revised or replaced.A theory can help predict future events.

A scientific theory is a well-tested, widely accepted explanation for observations, so statements B and C apply. Because it explains patterns, a theory can also help predict future events, making E correct. A theory is not simply a factual statement, and it can be revised or replaced when new evidence emerges.

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