The document discusses hypotheses in research. It defines a hypothesis as a tentative explanation for a phenomenon. Hypotheses originate from the Greek term meaning "to suppose." They provide a bridge between theory and reality by enabling objective discovery and guiding the thinking process. Hypothesis testing is used to determine whether to accept or reject a hypothesis based on sample evidence or probability. The outcomes of testing can lead a researcher to conclude that a hypothesis is right, wrong, or partially right. Examples of hypotheses in different fields are provided.

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Sandesh Kumar (BM – 25391)
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3. What ? (Definition)
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 Hypothesis is a proposed explanation for a
phenomenon
 It is a tentative prediction or explanation about
people objects or events.
 Its most important mental tool the research has.
 Its modern integral component of modern research.
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4. Who & Where ? (Origin)
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 The term derives from the Greek, ὑποτιθέναι –
hypotithenai meaning "to put under" or "to suppose"
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5. Why? (Purpose)
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 It provides a bridge between theory & reality & in
this sense unifying of two domains
 It enables the researcher to objectively enter new
areas of discovery.
 A guide to THINKING Process.
 A framework for drawing conclusions.
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6. Hypothesis Testing
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 It is a procedure in making decisions based on a
sample evidence or probability theory used to
determine whether the hypothesis is accepted or
rejected.
 If the statement is found reasonable, then the
hypothesis is accepted otherwise rejected.
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7. Salient Features
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Step 1: State the hypotheses.
Step 2: Set the criteria for a decision.
Step 3: Compute the test statistic.
Step 4: Make a decision.
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8. Outcomes
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To sum up, there are three decisions a researcher can
make:
1. Right
2. Wrong
3. Partially Right
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9. Examples of Hypothesis
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1. Chocolate may cause pimples.
2. Salt in soil may affect plant growth.
3. Plant growth may be affected by the color of the light.
4. Bacterial growth may be affected by temperature.
5. Ultra violet light may cause skin cancer.
6. Temperature may cause leaves to change color.
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10. Conclusion
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A good Hypothesis enriches
THEORY
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