Question

the following statement is identified as what according to the scientific method? the number of deformed frogs in five ponds that are polluted with chemical x is higher than the number of deformed frogs in five ponds without chemical x. a hypothesis b theory c prediction d scientific question

Explanation:

A hypothesis is a proposed explanation for a phenomenon. The statement suggests a relationship between chemical X - pollution and deformed frogs, which is a test - able prediction, characteristic of a hypothesis. A theory is a well - established explanation, a prediction is a statement about a future event, and a scientific question is a query seeking an answer. This statement is not a theory, prediction, or scientific question.

Answer:

A. hypothesis