What are the purposes of scientific research? (Select all that apply.)
1. Description
2. Review
3. Exploration
4. Explanation
5. Prediction
Correct Answer: 1, 3, 4, 5
The purposes of scientific research are description, exploration, explanation, and prediction and control. Review is not one of these purposes as listed in the text.
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