Scientific Observations are based on____________. 

Correct option is A

Introduction:

This question asks about the fundamental basis of scientific observations.

Information Booster: 

Scientific observations must be objective and verifiable.

• (a) Verifiable evidence or systematic body of proof that can be cited: This is correct. Scientific observations require objective, repeatable, and confirmable data.

• (b) Accumulated experiences: Subjective and not systematically recorded; not scientific.

• (c) Prejudices: Introduce bias; antithetical to scientific objectivity.

• (d) Beliefs of the people: Not based on empirical evidence or systematic investigation.

Therefore, scientific observations are based on Verifiable evidence or a systematic body of proof that can be cited.

Additional Knowledge:

• Science relies on empiricism (knowledge from observation).

• Key aspects: Objectivity, replicability, systematicity.

• Goal: Gather bias-free data for valid conclusions.