Question

A study is conducted to confirm the statement "Punishment will be harsher for drunk drivers who cause serious injuries than for drivers who cause mild injuries." This statement, which is a guess at the outcome of a hypothesis, is an example of a:______.a) theoryb) predictionc) scientific lawd) research question

Answer 1

Answer:

b) prediction

Explanation:

Based on the information provided it can be said that this statement, which is a guess at the outcome of a hypothesis, is an example of a prediction. That is because it is guessing as to what will happen (consequence) in a certain scenario without actual proof or facts. Therefore predicting based on very little to no information.