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in a scientific investigation, what is the name for a prediction that can be tested?

a.

conclusion

b.

evidence

c.

hypothesis

d.

verification

C.) hypothesis

A hypothesis is a prediction scientists make based on observations.  This hypothesis is tested to find out if it is correct or incorrect.  A conclusion is the result of an experiment.  The evidence is what proved the hypothesis to be correct or incorrect.  Verification uses the data to confirm the justification of the hypothesis.

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aquifers are bounded above and below by impermeable rock. the driving force of groundwater movement in confined aquifers is pressure, rather than gravity.