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QuizMultiple Choice

Creativity and Science — Test

Question 20 • SLPS-2001310-Earth/Space A -GF

How is the development of the cell theory by Matthias Schleiden and Theodor Schwann an example of multiple approaches yielding the same result?

Answer
A
Both researchers reached the same conclusion by performing each other’s experiments.
B
Both researchers reached the same conclusion but at different times.
C
Both researchers reached the same conclusion by studying different organisms.
D
Both researchers reached the same conclusion by reviewing previous research.

Explanation

Schleiden studied plant tissues, while Schwann studied animal tissues. Their work on different kinds of organisms led them to the shared conclusion that living things are made of cells, so the correct choice is “Both researchers reached the same conclusion by studying different organisms.”

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