Praxis Middle School Science Practice Questions - Praxis Middle School Science (5442) Exam

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

A theory is a guess, while a hypothesis is a proven fact A theory is a well-substantiated explanation supported by extensive evidence, while a hypothesis is a testable proposed explanation A theory cannot be changed, while a hypothesis is always tentative A theory applies only to physics, while a hypothesis applies only to biology

Correct Answer:

A theory is a well-substantiated explanation supported by extensive evidence, while a hypothesis is a testable proposed explanation

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