Hypothesis

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What must a hypothesis be tested with?

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Observation and measurement.

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What does a hypothesis predict?

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The experiment's results.

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How is a hypothesis always written?

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As a statement.

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Which of the following is a good hypothesis? 'You will hear more if you put your hand on your ear.' or 'I think you will hear less with a hand by your ear because the hand will block the sound.'

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I think you will hear less with a hand by your ear because the hand will block the sound.

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What does a hypothesis do?

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Predicts the result of an experiment.

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What is the definition of a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between variables.

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What is an independent variable in an experiment?

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The variable that is changed or controlled to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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What is a dependent variable in an experiment?

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The variable that is measured or tested in an experiment.

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What is the purpose of forming a hypothesis?

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To provide a clear direction for the research and experimentation.

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What is the difference between a hypothesis and a theory?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction, while a theory is a well-substantiated explanation of an aspect of the natural world.