Question

In a class debate, a student argues that the big bang theory is "just a theory." What is most likely to be this student's understanding of scientific theories?

A. Theories agree with observations of nature.
B. Theories are just guesses.
C. Theories are based on large amounts of scientific evidence.
D. Theories can be used to make predictions.

Answer 1

the answer would be B

Answer 2

Answer: B. Theories are just guesses.

The student denigrates the Big bang theory by saying it is just a theory. This statement by the student in the debate clearly shows how the student is not identifying the importance of theories and its practical application. It shows that the student just theories are easy to make as they are just guesses.