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.

D. a proposed explanation for a set of observations.

Explanation:

if you have to make a general question and respond to your thoughts, then this isn't really a question someone can you on. read the passage, form your question, and answer using your thoughts. no one else can understand how you interpreted this text if you don't tell us.

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