When a hypothesis is confirmed, one should conclude that:
A) it is consistent with existing theory
B) the study was conducted properly
C) the hypothesis is true
D) the data provide evidence favorable to the belief that the hypothesis is true

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Confirmation of a hypothesis means the data supports the hypothesis, providing evidence in its favor, but it does not prove it to be true.

When a Hypothesis Is Confirmed, One Should Conclude That