Question

What is the goal of a theory?(1 point)%0D%0AResponses%0D%0A%0D%0Ato determine independent and dependent variables%0D%0Ato determine independent and dependent variables%0D%0A%0D%0Ato control the outcome of an experiment%0D%0Ato control the outcome of an experiment%0D%0A%0D%0Ato analyze data from an experiment%0D%0Ato analyze data from an experiment%0D%0A%0D%0Ato explain natural and physical phenomena%0D%0Ato explain natural and physical phenomena

Answer 1

The goal of a theory is **to explain natural and physical phenomena**. A well-developed theory provides a framework for understanding observations and can generate predictions that can be tested through experiments and further observation.