Which of the following best exemplifies the theorizing step in the scientific process?
A) Observing a line of cars outside of a gas station.
B) Suggesting that lower gasoline prices are encouraging consumers to buy more gas.
C) Collecting data on the amount of gasoline sold at different prices.
D) Drawing a graph of the relationship between gasoline prices and the amount of gasoline sold at each price.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Theorizing involves suggesting an explanation, hypothesis or theory to explain an observed phenomenon or relationship, which is exactly what option B does. Options A, C, and D represent other steps in the scientific process such as observation, data collection, and analysis respectively, but do not exemplify theorizing.

Which of the Following Best Exemplifies the Theorizing Step in the Scientific