Desiree has a scientific question that she wants to investigate. She has developed a hypothesis and method for her experiment. Which step of scientific inquiry should Desiree take next?

After developing a hypothesis and a method, Desiree should carry out the investigation and collect data. The data will help her determine whether the evidence supports or refutes her hypothesis. Presenting findings or explaining results comes after she has collected and analyzed the data, so the correct choice is “Desiree should collect data, which may support or refute her hypothesis.”

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