B. The data show that the hypothesis could be true.
Explanation:
In the world of science and statistics, a hypothesis is a proposed explanation of a phenomenon used as the starting point for further investigation of the said phenomenon. Hypotheses are written in the form of if-then statements (e.g. <em>If you get at least 6 hours of sleep, you will do better on tests than if you get less sleep.</em>) or null statements (e.g. <em>Hyperactivity is unrelated to eating sugar</em>.).
A hypothesis has to be thoroughly tested through study and experimentation before it can be labeled as a theory. If the data from the study agree with the hypothesis, it may be true.
