Comprehensionhard · Past Paper
The scientist's hypothesis was rejected after the experiment was repeated five times by different labs with the same negative result. What does this say about the hypothesis?
AThe scientist is a genius.
BThe hypothesis is likely incorrect or invalid.
CThe other labs are jealous.
DThe experiment needs to be done a sixth time.
✓ Correct Answer: B — The hypothesis is likely incorrect or invalid.
Replicability is the cornerstone of science; repeated failure to prove a hypothesis usually invalidates it.
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