RESEARCH METHODS- SCIENTIFIC PROCESSES- Study features and design Flashcards
1
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What is an aim?
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The aim of a study is a description of what the researchers are investigating and why.
2
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What is an hypothesis?
A
The experimental/alternate hypothesis of a study is a testable prediction of what the researchers expect to happen.
3
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What is an experimental hypothesis?
What is a null hypothesis?
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Experimental-A prediction that changing the independent variable will cause a change in the dependent variable.
Null-A prediction that changing the independent variable will have no effect on the dependent variable.
