Why is the scientific method described as nonlinear?

a. the steps of the scientific method are repeated in a cycle.
b. scientists often repeat one or more steps several times.
c. sometimes scientists forget to perform some of the steps.
d. the steps can be performed only once but in any order.

The scientific method is described as nonlinear because scientists often repeat one or more steps several times. The correct option among all the options that are given in the question is the second option or option "b". I hope this is the answer that has come to your desired help.

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