Scientific Method
/ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk ˈmɛθəd/
Definitions
- (n.) A systematic procedure of observation, measurement, and experiment, and the formulation, testing, and modification of hypotheses, used to establish facts legally or scientifically.
The expert witness relied on the scientific method to validate the forensic evidence presented in court.
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- scientific methods
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Commentary
In legal contexts, the scientific method underpins forensic analysis and expert testimony, making its rigorous application crucial for admissible evidence.
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