Suppose a Theory Is Used to Make a Prediction

Multiple Choice

Suppose a theory is used to make a prediction. A measurement is carried out to test the prediction. The measurement is found to have a value far larger than the prediction. This means

A) the theory must be completely incorrect and must be rejected entirely.
B) nothing because theories are not facts; theories often make incorrect predictions but are still regarded as true by scientists.
C) the measurement must be incorrect; theories by definition cannot be incorrect.
D) the theory might have correct elements but must be modified to account for some unforeseen influences.