Which One of the Following Is Not Included in the Criteria

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is not included in the criteria for an acceptable research hypothesis?

A) It explains existing data in simpler terms than competing hypotheses do.
B) It has better than a 50 percent chance of being true.
C) It fits into a framework of existing theories.
D) It does not contradict the laws of nature.
E) It presents an adequate explanation of the research problem.