Which of the following statements is a hypothesis rather than a theory?
A) Matter is composed of atoms.
B) Female birds prefer to mate with male birds that have longer tails.
C) Modern organisms descended from preexisting life-forms.
D) Living things are made of cells.

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A hypothesis is a proposed explanation for a phenomenon, often based on limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation. Statement B, "Female birds prefer to mate with male birds that have longer tails," is a hypothesis because it suggests a specific, testable prediction about behavior in birds. The other options (A, C, and D) describe well-established scientific theories supported by a wide range of evidence.

Which of the Following Statements Is a Hypothesis Rather Than