Question

1 multiple choice 2 points
which statement most accurately describes scientific inquiry?〇 it 忽略 information from other sources.〇 it does not allow scientists to judge to reliability of their sources.〇 it should never involve ethical decisions about the application of scientific knowledge.〇 it may lead to explanations that combine data with what people already know about their surroundings.

Explanation:

• Scientific inquiry involves using data and prior knowledge.
• It does not ignore other sources (so first option is wrong).
• Scientists do judge source reliability (so second option is wrong).
• Ethical decisions can be part of scientific knowledge application (so third option is wrong).
• The fourth option aligns with how scientific inquiry combines data and existing knowledge.

Answer:

It may lead to explanations that combine data with what people already know about their surroundings.