Which best describes the difference between a theory and a hypothesis?

A) A hypothesis can be tested and a theory has already been tested.

B) A theory can be tested and a hypothesis has already been tested.

C) A hypothesis must be testable and theory does not need to be testable.

D) A theory must be testable and hypothesis does not need to be testable.

Question

Biology

Rayne Dillon

27 July, 12:55

Which best describes the difference between a theory and a hypothesis?

A) A hypothesis can be tested and a theory has already been tested.

B) A theory can be tested and a hypothesis has already been tested.

C) A hypothesis must be testable and theory does not need to be testable.

D) A theory must be testable and hypothesis does not need to be testable.

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Answers (2)

Know the Answer?

Leticia Michael · Answer 1

The answer is C

Rylee Evans · Answer 2

A

Explanation:

A hypothesis is the first stage into becoming a theory. A hypothesis that has already been tested multiple times with the same outcome, becomes a theory.