Question

1. the purpose of a conclusion in the scientific method is to

state an expected outcome of the investigation
explain the reason for doing the investigation
state whether the data supports the hypothesis
give sources of information to help the investigation

Explanation:

The conclusion in the scientific method evaluates if the collected data supports or refutes the initial hypothesis. Stating an expected outcome is part of the hypothesis - forming stage, explaining the reason for the investigation is in the problem - statement or introduction, and giving resources is not the main purpose of the conclusion.

Answer:

state whether the data supports the hypothesis