formulating hypothesis Flashcards
1
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define null hypothesis
A
a hypothesis where there is no impact from the IV
2
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Define alternative hypotheis
A
a hypothesis where there is an impact from the IV on the DV
3
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define directional hypothesis
A
the alternative hypothesis that contains a les than or greater than symbol. This indicates whether or not there is a positive or negative effect.
4
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define non-directional hypothesis
A
a statement that states whether or not there is some effect, without specifying the direction of the effect.