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Scientific Inquiry

Question 4 • PA Human Anatomy & Physiology A 2026-2027 SMITH IC

Which example best represents the use of creativity in scientific inquiry?

Answer
A
replicating Pasteur’s experiments by using his original equipment
B
using a computer spreadsheet program to process data and make graphs
C
increasing the efficiency of a pharmaceutical factory
D
developing a new way to extract a particular protein from tissue samples

Explanation

Creativity in scientific inquiry involves developing an original approach to investigate a scientific question or solve a research problem. Developing a new method to extract a protein from tissue samples is an example of creating such an approach. The other choices describe repeating an existing experiment, using a standard data tool, or improving factory production.

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