Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition)
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780134042435
Author: Michael D. Johnson
Publisher: PEARSON
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New scientific knowledge is gained through a multistep process known as:
a. the scientific method
b. hypothesis development
c. variable testing
d. observation testing
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