Within a single use of the scientific method, which of the following steps can only be performed after

data is collected?

A. Controls and variables are chosen.

B. The initial experiment is designed.

C. The initial hypothesis is formed.

D. Conclusions are drawn.

Within a single use of the scientific method, the step which would be performed after we collect data, would be the drawing of a conclusion out of the answers that you've presented - D.

It is usually the case that you first have to analyze the data after you've gather it and then you base your conclusions on it. This isn't, however, always the case.