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Which approach to the theory-and-research cycle does the following sequence reflect: (1) specific observations suggest generalizations, (2) generalizations produce a tentative theory, (3) the theory is tested through the formation of hypotheses, and (4) hypotheses may provide suggestions for additional observations?

Evaluate this using ! 0.25^2 x 2.4 + 0.25 x 2.4^2 − 0.25 x 2.4 x 0.65

Find the distance between (7,-6) and (-3,-9)