In the scientific method, a tentative solution to a problem is called a ____.
A)theory
B)prediction
C)hypothesis
D)correlation
E)deduction

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A tentative solution to a problem in the scientific method is called a hypothesis. A theory is a well-established explanation of a natural phenomenon, a prediction is an anticipated outcome based on a hypothesis, correlation is the relationship between two variables, and deduction is the logical process of reaching a conclusion based on known premises.

In the Scientific Method, a Tentative Solution to a Problem