4) If a new body of evidence were found that directly contradicted the cell theory, groups of scientists would then

a. discard the new evidence idea because theories cannot be changed.

b. automatically replace the contradiction with this new idea and amend the theory to reflect the new body of evidence.

c. create a brand new theory to contradict the old Cell Theory.

d. allow for experimentation and analysis of results before making a decision. These experiments should look for a large degree of similarity between what the scientist observed and/or calculated versus what the committees of scientists calculate.

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Trinity Abbott

10 April, 14:38

4) If a new body of evidence were found that directly contradicted the cell theory, groups of scientists would then

a. discard the new evidence idea because theories cannot be changed.

b. automatically replace the contradiction with this new idea and amend the theory to reflect the new body of evidence.

c. create a brand new theory to contradict the old Cell Theory.

d. allow for experimentation and analysis of results before making a decision. These experiments should look for a large degree of similarity between what the scientist observed and/or calculated versus what the committees of scientists calculate.

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Parker West · Answer 1

The best answer choice is D.

A). They would not discard such revolutionary evidence!

B). Should never automatically replace anything ever!

C). Can't come up with a contradiction if it hasn't been proven yet ...

D). Perfect answer logical, and reasonable and if you think about it its the it's what should be done in such situation.