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Question: Plumes of water vapor have been observed rising from the southern polar region of Enceladus, one of the moons of Saturn. A team of scientists proposed an explanation for the plumes and developed a model. They also published calculations based on their model. These calculations would most likely be used for which purpose in future research?

Choices:
A) testing the hypothesis
B) evaluating similar events
C) mapping routes for exploration
D) checking the validity of observations
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The correct answer is 1: evaluating similar events.