Aaliyah is studying for an upcoming biology test. As she reviews the Theory of Evolution, she overhears a conversation between her brother Terrell and his friends. They are discussing last
night's football game. Terrell says, “I have a theory about why we lost that game." How is
Terrell's theory different from the scientific theory Aaliyah is studying?
A. A scientific theory describes a phenomenon, while an everyday theory tries to explain a
phenomenon.
B. An everyday theory is widely accepted in society, while a scientific theory is accepted by
scientists.
c. An everyday theory is supported by prior knowledge, while a scientific theory is
supported by scientific laws.
D. A scientific theory is an accepted explanation supported by evidence, while an everyday
theory is based on individual experiences.