According to your text the first step in applying the scientific method is
A) searching the existing literature.
B) generating and testing a hypothesis.
C) selecting and defining a research problem.
D) drawing conclusions from data.

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The first step in applying the scientific method is selecting and defining a research problem. This involves identifying a question or problem that can be studied through observation and experimentation. Only after you have a clear research problem can you generate and test hypotheses, search the existing literature, collect and analyze data, and draw conclusions.

According to Your Text the First Step in Applying the Scientific