Hypotheses are best described as

A) assumptions.
B) replications.
C) explanations.
D) predictions.

Hypotheses

Proposed explanations made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation.

Predictions

The act of forecasting future events or trends based on current or past data.

Assumptions

Beliefs or statements taken for granted without proof, often serving as a basis for reasoning and decision-making.