The scientific method a. seeks to establish the absolute scientific truth. b. involves empirical data collection and hypothesis testing. c. is used to support preconceived notions or theories. d. relies on making hunches about the natural world.

Option B) involves empirical data collection and hypothesis testing.

Explanation:

The scientific method begins by formulating assumptions based on observations made on a subject matter. This is called hypothesis

- Then, applying the physical senses or instruments to observe experiments.

- Finally, results or data collected from the experiments are used to draw conclusions, and to know if hypotheses tested right or wrong

Thus, the scientific method involves empirical data collection and hypothesis testing.

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