Match each step in the scientific method to its corresponding description based on the case of a pharmaceutical company developing a new drug.

1. Reviewing prior studies on similar medications.
2. Formulating a hypothesis about how the drug might work.
3. Conducting controlled trials to test the drug's effectiveness.
4. Adapting the approach when unexpected side effects arise.

1. Empiricism - Gathering data through experiments and observations.
2. Rationalism - Developing a theory or hypothesis based on logical reasoning.
3. Intuition - Adjusting the approach based on instinct or experience.
4. Authority - Relying on expert knowledge or previous studies for insights.