Dr.Spock finds results that match his previous predictions.He claims that he has proven his hypothesis.What should he have said?
A) The findings reject the null hypothesis.
B) The findings support his hypothesis and his hypothesis is now accepted.
C) The findings do not reject the null hypothesis.
D) The findings support the null hypothesis.

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The correct statement is that the findings reject the null hypothesis. In scientific research, when results match predictions, it typically means that the evidence is against the null hypothesis (which usually states there is no effect or no difference). Saying the findings "support his hypothesis" is more accurate than claiming proof, as science works on evidence and support rather than absolute proof.

DrSpock Finds Results That Match His Previous Predictions