Which of the following statements is not correctly matched with the scientific method term?
A) Biologists suggested that 2-3 cups of coffee can decrease death rates among women - Hypothesis
B) Leslie set up mist nets to catch bats flying over a small stream. Each bat that was caught was weighed and sexed - Experimental design
C) Bethany watched butterflies feeding in a large field of wild flowers. She noticed that more butterflies approached the yellow and purple flowers than the red flowers - Observation
D) A researcher reported that red-foot tortoises preferred red colored fruits and vegetables to those that were green or white colored - Conclusion
E) All organisms are comprised of cells - Data

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The statement about all organisms being comprised of cells is a fact or established knowledge, not data obtained through the scientific method. The other statements describe specific steps or elements of the scientific method.

Which of the Following Statements Is Not Correctly Matched with the Scientific