How does discovery science compare to hypothesis-driven science?

a. Both discovery science and hypothesis-driven science follow a process of inquiry called the scientific method.
b. Discovery science depends on verifiable observations and measurements but does not require formal hypothesis testing.
c. Hypothesis-driven science involves statistical analysis, whereas discovery science does not.
d. Both discovery science and hypothesis-driven science investigations require control groups.

Discover science depends on verifiable observations and measurements but does not require formal hypothesis testing.

Explanation:

The science mainly deals with the study of the nature and natural phenomena by using specific observations and scientific experiments. The science includes the different subjects like chemistry, biology, physics and maths.

The discovery science mainly explain the study by the observation of the large experimental phenomena and do not require the further testing. Hypothesis driven science must be tested experimentally by the scientific methods and require proper interpretation of result.

Thus, the correct answer is option (b).  

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