Which of the following statements is true of the scientific method?
A) The scientific method may not reveal a "true" model of the world.
B) The scientific method does not require the models to be tested with data.
C) The scientific method used by economists and scientists is independent of empiricism.
D) The scientific method can help develop accurate models even when data are unavailable.

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The scientific method relies on empirical evidence and testing hypotheses, but it does not guarantee the discovery of an absolute truth or a "true" model of the world. Scientific models are revised and refined as new evidence and data become available.

Answer: None of the above. 
 All of the statements except for option A are false. The scientific method requires models to be tested with data, is dependent on empiricism, and relies on the availability of data to develop accurate models. Option A is accurate in stating that the scientific method may not lead to absolute truth or a "true" model, as scientific models are always subject to revision based on new evidence.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Scientific