' Research Methods Flashcards
1
Q
What are two types of hypothesis?
A
Directional and non-directional
2
Q
Directional hypothesis
A
The researcher makes it clear what difference is anticipated between the 2 conditions
3
Q
Non-directional
A
Simply states that there is adifference but not what the difference will be.
4
Q
Independent variable
A
The experimental factor thatis changed
; the variable whose effect is being studied
5
Q
Hypothesis
A
A testable prediction often implied by a theory
6
Q
Null hypothesis
A
States that there is no relationship between the two variables being studied, the expected effects will not occur
