instruction:
You are given a science question (hard-level) and four answer options (associated with "A", "B", "C", "D"). Your task is to find the correct answer based on scientific facts, knowledge, and reasoning. Do not generate anything else apart from one of the following characters: 'A', 'B, 'C', 'D'. There is only one correct answer for each question.
question:
Gregor Mendel's observation of pea plants is an example of  
 (A) research-based evidence supporting a scientific theory. (B) a conclusion being tested by a hypothesis. (C) random testing during an experiment. (D) evidence for and against a scientific model.
answer:
A


question:
In which way is any single observation of wind speed best described?  
 (A) It is an indication of a future weather condition. (B) It is an indication of the amount of humidity. (C) It is an indication of weather at a specific time. (D) It is an indication of the existing climate.
answer:
C


question:
A recent article in a science journal explains the relationship between convection currents and plate tectonics. As fluid within the mantle circulates, it causes crustal plates to move. Which is most likely causing the liquids inside Earth to circulate?  
 (A) energy transfers (B) global warming (C) tidal variations (D) ocean currents
answer:

A