The scientific process consists of
A) theories, facts, observations, empirical generalizations
B) theories, hypotheses/predictions, observations, empirical generalizations
C) theories, hypotheses/predictions, observations, paradigms
D) theories, hypotheses/predictions, induction, empirical generalizations
E) theories, hypotheses/predictions, deduction, empirical generalizations

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The scientific process involves developing theories (based on previous research and observations), forming hypotheses or predictions based on these theories, conducting observations/experiments to test these hypotheses/predictions, and finally, using the results to form empirical generalizations about the phenomenon being studied. Choice B includes all of these steps in the correct order. Choices A, C, D, and E either include incorrect steps or don't include all necessary steps.

The Scientific Process Consists of