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$ How is a hypothesis shaped?
A hypothesis is shaped through exploration and discovery - such as reading scientific literature and making observations. Hypotheses are also shaped through interactions with the scientific community and larger society.
$ How is a hypothesis tested?
Scientists test hypotheses with controlled experiments
$ Is the process of science a prescribed linear path?
While forming and testing hypotheses is central to the process, exploration and discovery, plus interactions with the scientific community and society lead to a multitude of pathways through our described model.
$ What is inductive reasoning?
Inductive reasoning is the process of drawing conclusions going from the specific to the general. Often contrasted with deductive reasoning
$ What is deductive reasoning?
Deductive reasoning is a logical approach where you progress from general ideas to specific conclusions. Often contrasted with inductive reasoning