Which of the following steps is usually done right before experimentation in the scientific method of investigation?

construct a hypothesis
ask a question
do background research
analyze data and draw conclusions

the oceanic zone is typically defined as the area of the ocean lying beyond the continental shelf, but operationally is often referred to as beginning where the water depths drop to below 100 meters (328 feet), seaward from the coast to the open ocean.

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