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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Evaluating Scientific Explanations

Question 1 • FL-2001340-Environmental Science A-CR

Which statement is scientifically reasonable?

Answer
A
One study showed that pesticides were affecting bee populations near one farm. Therefore, pesticides on crops is the only reasonable explanation.
B
A post online claims, “Many people thought that cell phone signals were confusing the bees’ sense of navigation.” Therefore, cell phone signals is the best explanation.
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Multiple scientific experiments need to be conducted to determine whether these possible causes are affecting bee populations.
Which statement is scientifically reasonable?