j Develop a hypothesis
Developing a hypothesis would involve formulating a possible explanation for why the insect species is more numerous during dry summers. This hypothesis could then be tested through further research and experimentation to determine if it is a valid explanation for the observed phenomenon.
A scientist observes that a species of insect appears to be more numerous during dry summers than during wet summers. Which is the next step to determine an explanation of this phenomenon?
f Observe the species in the winter
g Publish the observation
h Present a theory in a scientific journal
j Develop a hypothesis
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