Scientists use many different methods of investigation. When possible, scientists want to actually experiment or observe an event. Which method is useful when developing a scientific explanation for an event that cannot be studied directly? A. Conduct a field survey of bird populations in an area. B. Observe the effect of various fertilizers on corn crop yields. C. Use a computer model to study how the ocean liner Titanic sank. D. Use a wind tunnel to measure air drag on various types of automobiles.

If these are the missing choices: a. to determine skin temperature, place the back of your hand against the patient's skin.b. determine body temperature by touching the patient's hands and feet.c. skin temperature will tell you very little about this patient's condition or well-being.d. the patient's skin temperature and color will likely be warm and red.my answer is: a. to determine skin temperature, place the back of your hand against the patient's skin. using the back of the hand to check for temperature rather than the palm is more effective because the back of the hand has more nerves that can feel and transmit the temperature than the palm.

The answer is nucleic acid