A hypothesis is A) an explanatory idea that is broad in scope and supported by a large body of evidence. B) the same as a theory. C) a widely accepted idea about a phenomenon. D) a proposed explanation for a set of observations.

“obamacare”: included a provision for government-run health insurance called “the public option.” was bitterly opposed by congressional republicans because most favored a “single-payer” plan. survived two challenges to its constitutionality. was partially repealed in 2013 in order to avert a government shutdown. led to the expansion of medicaid in republican controlled states.