A theory
A) generates new knowledge by guiding our observations.
B) is proven after many studies support its predictions.
C) is an established fact after being confirmed at least 100 times.
D) categorizes data into distinct groups.

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A theory is a set of principles or ideas intended to explain phenomena. It is not necessarily proven, but it guides our observations and generates new knowledge that can either support or challenge the theory.

A Theory