Which question cannot be answered by means of the hypothesis-and-prediction approach? A) Are eastern meadowlark populations declining faster than western meadowlark populations? B) Is the song of the western meadowlark prettier than that of the eastern meadowlark? C) Do eastern and western meadowlarks interbreed? D) Do meadowlarks benefit from prairie habitat restoration? E) Have the migration paths of western meadowlarks been affected by climate change?

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The hypothesis-and-prediction approach is based on gathering data and testing predictions to support or reject a hypothesis. However, subjective qualities such as aesthetics and personal preferences cannot be tested or measured using this approach. Therefore, question B about the prettiness of meadowlark songs cannot be answered using the hypothesis-and-prediction approach.

Which Question cannot Be Answered by Means of the Hypothesis-And-Prediction