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In mathematics, it is often useful to make an educated guess when working on the solution to a problem. This is called an estimate.

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What term describes an educated guess about?

An educated guess about an unknown outcome or result is known as a hypothesis. This is a tentative assumption made based on observation and existing knowledge, which is then tested through experiments or further observation to determine its validity.


What do you call a prediction to your observation that can be tested based on an educated guess and your experience?

A hypothesis.


What is an scientific hypothesis?

A scientific hypothesis is an "educated guess" about a result or solution based on prior knowledge and observation. It is the first step in the scientific method. The hypothesis must be something that can be supported or defended through experimentation or observation.


What is a guess at the outcome of an observation?

A prediction based on existing knowledge or understanding.


What is an edicated gess?

Do you mean an 'educated guess'? An educated guess is a hypothetical inquiry based on prior knowledge or experience of something or something pertaining to it. Basically, it's a "smart guess".


Making an educated guess on the results of an experiment based on observation and the hypothesis is called making a?

conclusion..........i'm pretty sure


He process of arriving at a general conclusion based on the observation of specific examples is called reasoning?

This would be an hypothesis (an educated guess).


What is a logical guess based on prior knowledge called?

A guess that, based on the current evidence, makes the most sense.


Is a observation a prediction?

No, an observation is the act of noting or perceiving something using the senses. A prediction, on the other hand, is an educated guess about what may happen in the future based on evidence or reasoning.


Can a hypothesis be proven true?

No. A hypothesis is an educated guess, based on observation. Usually, a hypothesis can be supported or refuted through experimentation or more observation. A hypothesis can be disproven, but not proven to be true.


What is an educated prediction?

An educated prediction is a forecast or estimate based on thorough research, analysis, and understanding of relevant information or data. It involves using knowledge and expertise to make an informed guess about what is likely to happen in the future.


What are the three types of estimation?

Estimating is an "educated guess" based on prior knowledge and best case scenario conditions.