To be scientifically valid, a hypothesis must be

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For a hypothesis to be scientifically valid, it must be testable and falsifiable which means it can be tested through experimentation and observation, and its premise can be proven false or rejected based on the results of such experimentation. While being part of a theory and being reasonable may also be desirable qualities, they are not a necessary condition for a hypothesis to be scientifically valid. Being controlled may be important for experimental design but it is not a requirement for a hypothesis itself to be valid.

To Be Scientifically Valid, a Hypothesis Must Be