Which term describes a statement that is true across many instances and can be proven?

• A. Fact
• B. Concept
• C. Generalization
• D. Hypothesis

Answer: (C)

Generalization describes a broad statement that captures patterns seen across many instances and can be supported by evidence from multiple observations. It goes beyond a single case to explain what tends to be true in a wider set of situations. A fact is a verified truth about a specific thing or event, not necessarily a broad pattern. A concept is an abstract idea, not a claim about real-world patterns. A hypothesis is a testable statement that has not yet been proven. So, for a statement that holds across many instances and can be proven, a generalization is the best fit.