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The first step in scientific method is________________?

Correct answer: A. Observation

  • A. Observation
  • B. Recollection
  • C. Addition to already experimented material
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Observation is the starting point for identifying a social fact or problem that can then be investigated through questions, hypotheses and evidence. Recollection and adding to previous material are not standard first steps of the scientific method.

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