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What is the main purpose of a hypothesis in research?
What is the main purpose of a hypothesis in research?
If a researcher wants to determine whether a specific treatment has no effect, which type of hypothesis is most appropriate?
If a researcher wants to determine whether a specific treatment has no effect, which type of hypothesis is most appropriate?
What is a key characteristic of deductive reasoning?
What is a key characteristic of deductive reasoning?
Which of the following statements best defines 'empiricism' in research?
Which of the following statements best defines 'empiricism' in research?
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What distinguishes a non-directional hypothesis from a directional hypothesis?
What distinguishes a non-directional hypothesis from a directional hypothesis?
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Study Notes
Key Words in Science
- Theory construction: Developing explanations for behavior through gathering evidence.
- Hypothesis testing: Testing theories through empirical methods.
- Paradigms: Examples and models of behavior.
- Replicability: Ability of an experiment to be repeated reliably.
- Objectivity: Lack of bias in scientific observation.
- Falsifiability: Ability to be proved wrong.
- Inductive reasoning: Starting with small-scale observation and forming a general conclusion.
- Deductive reasoning: Starting with a theory and testing it through experiments
- Empiricism: Gaining knowledge through experience, not just belief.
Defining Aims and Hypotheses
- Aim: A general research question driving an investigation, e.g., "investigating obedience levels in teens."
- Hypothesis: Researchers' predictions about what will be found in the research.
- Hypothesis Testing: Five steps to confirm or deny a hypothesis.
- Directional Hypothesis (one-tailed): Prediction with direction, e.g., "teenagers will be more obedient than adults."
- Non-directional Hypothesis (two-tailed): Prediction without a specific direction, e.g., "there will be a difference in obedience between teenagers and adults."
- Null Hypothesis: Predicts no significant effect or relationship between variables.
- Alternative Hypothesis: Predicts a significant difference or relationship between variables.
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Description
This quiz explores essential concepts in scientific research, including theory construction, hypothesis testing, and the significance of paradigms. Participants will engage with the principles of replicability, objectivity, and reasoning methods in empirical studies. Perfect for students looking to deepen their understanding of scientific methodologies!
