Question

Based on my observations, I hypothesize that increased sunlight enhances plant growth.%0D%0A%0D%0AOver several years, this becomes a widely accepted explanation due to large amounts of testing and evidence that agrees with them. How has the researcher’s statement changed in scientific terms.%0D%0A%0D%0A(1 point)%0D%0AResponses%0D%0A%0D%0AFrom a theory to a hypothesis.%0D%0AFrom a theory to a hypothesis.%0D%0A%0D%0AFrom a hypothesis to a scientific law.%0D%0AFrom a hypothesis to a scientific law.%0D%0A%0D%0AFrom a theory to a scientific law.%0D%0AFrom a theory to a scientific law.%0D%0A%0D%0AFrom a hypothesis to a theory.

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The correct response is:

**From a hypothesis to a theory.**

Initially, the researcher proposed a hypothesis about the relationship between increased sunlight and plant growth. After extensive testing and accumulating evidence over several years, this hypothesis can be elevated to the status of a theory, which is a well-substantiated explanation based on a body of evidence.