Question

An approach to research whereby a problem is identified, a hypothesis (provisional explanation) is stated, and that hypothesis is tested by collecting and analyzing data is called

Answer 1

Scientific research

Step-by-step explanation:

Scientific research involves investigation of scientific theories and hypotheses systematically in an ordered way. It involves collection of data that help fits into the research hypothesis, analysis of the data and interpretation of data to obtain the information.

The hypothesis is the problem statement formulated about the research this helps to further explain the research. We have the null and alternative hypothesis formulated during an experiment, the result helps select the one that best fit.