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During the summer, after a big storm blows through, David notices leaks from his air conditioner. Which of the following is the best explanation of the contributing factor for this problem?

A
The storm damaged the air conditioner.
B
The make and model of the air conditioning unit is not compatible for his house.
C
David has been using his air conditioner too much this summer.
D
The air conditioner was vandalized.
3

Julia notices that the “check engine” light comes on while driving her car on days with temperatures of over 100 degrees. What could be a plausible explanation for this?

A
Her engine needs to be replaced.
B
Her engine overheats when the temperature outside is over 100 degrees.
C
Her engine cannot withstand high temperatures.
D
Julia cannot drive her car on days when it is over 100 degrees outside.
5

Julia notices that the “check engine” light comes on while driving her car on days with temperatures of over 100 degrees. What could be a plausible explanation for this?

A
Her engine needs to be replaced.
B
Her engine overheats when the temperature outside is over 100 degrees.
C
Her engine cannot withstand high temperatures.
D
Julia cannot drive her car on days when it is over 100 degrees outside.
6

During the summer, after a big storm blows through, David notices leaks from his air conditioner. Which of the following is the best explanation of the contributing factor for this problem?

A
The storm damaged the air conditioner.
B
The make and model of the air conditioning unit is not compatible for his house.
C
David has been using his air conditioner too much this summer.
D
The air conditioner was vandalized.
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It is rare to prove a hypothesis as incorrect through experimentation.

A
T
B
F

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