Research methods - hypotheses Flashcards
1
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What is an experimental hypothesis?
A
Prediction of a difference in the DV between two conditions of the IV.
2
Q
What is a correlational hypothesis?
A
Prediction of a relationship between two co-variables.
3
Q
What is an alternate hypothesis?
A
The actual hypothesis you are testing.
4
Q
What is a null hypothesis?
A
Prediction your hypothesis is wrong: ‘there will be no difference/no relationship’
5
Q
What is a directional (one-tailed) hypothesis?
A
Prediction of direction of outcome.
6
Q
What is a non-directional (two tailed) hypothesis?
A
Prediction of a general difference or relationship.
Null hypotheses are always non-directional.
7
Q
What is a hypothesis?
A
A clear, precise testable statement stating the relationship between the variables to be investigated.
