Question

A scientist is studying the effect of temperature on the growth of mold on bread. He proposes the following: "If temperatures are above 30°C, then mold will grow more rapidly than at lower temperatures." While testing this prediction, he realizes that the bread he is using was contaminated and fails to grow mold at all.
What would be the most logical step for the scientist to do next?

A. continue with the experiment according to the scientific method

B. go back and try the experiment with different bread

C. carefully test the bread to determine the nature of the contamination

D. abandon the experiment completely

Answer 1

Answer:

C

Explanation:

Process of elimination