A general view Ø Hypothesis is a statement, temporarily accepted, as true in the light of what is known about a phenomenon which is proposed for further research. Ø It is a tentative assumption drawn from knowledge and theory which is used as a guide for investigation for other facts and theories that are yet unknown · A hypothesis states what we are looking for. Ø It is a provisional guess, which seems to: Explain the situation under observation n Definition of hypothesis n “Hypothesis is a tentative explanation for certain behavior, phenomenon that have occurred or will occur. n It is the most specific statement of the problem” (L.R. Gay 1992). n Hypothesis is a tentative answer to a question. (John W. Best 1982) Forms of hypothesis NULL HYPOTHESIS n It states that there is no significant difference between in the two variables. EXAMPLE There is no significant difference in the instructiona
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