Which step in the scientific method involves defining the procedure? information

experiment

hypothesis

conclusion
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Which option identifies why the hypothesis in the following scenario is an if then hypotheis?

The following hypothesis is proposed for a study: skin cancer rates will decrease when sunscreen is applied.

The statement involves unrelated items.

The items in the statement are unaffected by each other.

The items in the statement have a cause-effect relationship.

The statement makes a conclusion.

Which of the following is usually performed by a scientist even though it is not considered a formal step in the scientific method?

catalog information

discard data

communicate results

withhold findings