Introduction to Genetics

Question 7 • FL-2000315-Biology 1 CR

Which phrase defines a law?

Answer

a possible explanation or answer to a scientific question that is based on prior knowledge or research and is testable

A statement of fact that is generally accepted to be true and universal because it has always been observed to be true.

a hypothesis or group of related hypotheses that can be accepted as true based on repeated experimentation with similar results

Explanation

A scientific law describes a consistent pattern or relationship in nature that has been repeatedly observed. Choice B matches this idea by describing a generally accepted, universal statement based on observation. Choice A describes a testable hypothesis, while C is closer to a theory supported by evidence.

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