Question

why was the scientific method revolutionary compared to earlier ways of learning about the world?
it relied only on ancient texts and traditions
it combined careful observation with testing ideas through experiments
it focused mainly on religious teachings
it avoided using mathematics completely

Explanation:

The Scientific Method is revolutionary because it combines observation (gathering data about the world) with experimentation (testing hypotheses). Ancient texts/traditions (first option) were often dogmatic. Focusing on religious teachings (third option) is not scientific. Avoiding math (fourth option) is incorrect as math is a tool in science. The Scientific Method’s core is observation - experiment cycle.

Answer:

It combined careful observation with testing ideas through experiments.