Question

an observation is _______. a. a possible explanation for events using prior knowledge b. always quantitative c. made using any of the five senses d. always qualitative please select the best answer from the choices provided

Explanation:

• Option a: A possible explanation for events using prior knowledge is a hypothesis, not an observation.
• Option b: Observations are not always quantitative. Qualitative observations (e.g., color, texture) also exist.
• Option c: Observations can be made using any of the five senses (sight, hearing, touch, taste, smell).
• Option d: Observations are not always qualitative. Quantitative observations (e.g., measuring length, mass) also occur.

Answer:

C. made using any of the five senses