Question

1. which of the following best describes the principle of falsifiability in a scientific hypothesis?

a. it should always be confirmed as true.
b. it cannot be altered once proposed.
c. it relies solely in subjective observations.
d. it must be testable and potentially proven false.

Explanation:

The principle of falsifiability means a scientific hypothesis must be testable and have the potential to be proven false. Option a is wrong as hypotheses aren't always true. Option b is wrong as hypotheses can be revised. Option c is wrong as science relies on objective evidence. Option d matches the definition.

Answer:

d. It must be testable and potentially proven false.