An ecologist is conducting a field study on primates to investigate the effects of a virus on population health. He observes that infected primates that eat more of certain plants have longer lifespans. After years of collecting data, he begins to enter his data into a database. Which statements best describe the steps he still needs to carry out in order for this study to be useful to other scientists?
Answer
A
He needs to make more observations, compare these observations to his hypothesis, and then publish his results. His findings could help zoologists develop vaccines for primates.
B
He needs to summarize his data, then analyze errors and make a conclusion based on his hypothesis. His findings could help doctors treat humans with the same disease.
C
He needs to compare his hypothesis to the original question, then form a conclusion and write a lab report of his results. His findings could help biologists develop new vaccines.
D
He needs to analyze his data, then form a conclusion related to his hypothesis and publish his findings in a journal. His findings could help biologists develop new medications.