Question

A hypothesis is:_______

a. a testable prediction about the relationship between variables.
b. a simple explanation for a psychological finding.
c. an observed relationship between independent and dependent variables.
d. an unprovable assumption about psychological processes.

Answer 1

a. A testable prediction about the relationship between variables

Explanation:

A hypothesis is the FIRST step in conducting research or experimenting. In other terms, a scientific guess based on limited knowledge. Contrary to our hypothesis, conclusion comes last in researching and states the summary of the information gathered.

The reason why it isn't letter D is because a hypothesis's provability can only be determined once you have your conclusion, which is after you have conducted a research or experiment.

The letters B and C are too unrelated to what an hypothesis is.

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