According to the scientific method,an experiment
A)must always be performed in a laboratory setting
B)must always be performed by researchers with good reputations
C)must produce data that allows the prediction to be evaluated

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According to the scientific method, an experiment should be designed to produce data that can be observed, measured, and analysed in order to evaluate a hypothesis or prediction. Therefore, choice C is the best answer, as it states that the experiment must produce data that allows the prediction to be evaluated. Choices A and B are not necessarily true, as experiments can be performed outside of a laboratory setting and by researchers with varying reputations, as long as they adhere to the principles of the scientific method.

According to the Scientific Method,an Experiment