Clarify why a scientist can never prove or disapprove a hypothesis but can only test it

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Jayson Palmer

Biology

7 October, 08:36

Clarify why a scientist can never prove or disapprove a hypothesis but can only test it

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Danielle English · Answer 1

Because it is only a prediction of what could happen as a result of a variable being manipulated. It is not a set in stone theory so it cannot be proved or disapproved. Tests can only be carried out to confirm cause and effect in the hypothesis + for comparison.