Question

Two scientists made the same observation during an investigation. Since their explanations differed about the observation, they made additional observations. Why would more observations be helpful for this investigation?
Responses
A More observations will show both scientists' explanations are not correct.More observations will show both scientists' explanations are not correct.
B More observations are needed to show both scientists' explanations are correct.More observations are needed to show both scientists' explanations are correct.
C More observations will prove the scientists' investigation was done incorrectly.More observations will prove the scientists' investigation was done incorrectly.
D More observations could help resolve differences in the scientists' explanations.

Answer 1

D

More observations provide additional evidence that can support or refute one explanation over the other, helping to resolve which explanation best fits the data. The other choices assume outcomes (both wrong, both right, or flawed methods) that further observation does not necessarily guarantee.