A scientist thought he might have discovered a new plant compound that would lower blood pressure in people. In his first experiment, he injected one hundred mice with the compound and found that the blood pressure in ninety-five of the treated mice was not affected. However, all of the mice seemed to grow at a faster rate then the control group. Which statement describes the most likely outcome of this investigation?
Answer
A
The knowledge gained will lead to further experimentation that could potentially result in a new use for the drug.
B
He will develop a second experiment to find a way to make the drug successfully lower blood pressure in mice.
C
The data he collected will be used in new investigations to determine why certain people are taller than others.
D
He will use these results to conclude that the drug will most likely lower blood pressure in five percent of people.