Module 4

Question 1

It is a coherent explanation or interpretation of one or more phenomena

Answer 1

Theory

Question 2

It is a specific prediction about a new phenomenon that should be observed if a particular theory is accurate

Answer 2

Hypothesis

Question 3

It is a tentative explanation of an event or a behavior

Answer 3

Experimental hypothesis

Question 4

Characteristics of Experimental Hypothesis

Answer 4

1. Testable and Falsifiable
2. Logical
3. Positive

Question 5

Steps in Forming Hypothesis

Answer 5

1. Collect observations or data
2. Evaluate probable causes of a problem
3. Create a list of possible explanations

Question 6

*Testable and Falsifiable
Hypothesis in Scientific Method

Answer 6

1. Forming a question/questions
2. Performing background research
3. Create a hypothesis/hypotheses
4. Designing an experiment
5. Collecting data
6. Analyzing the results
7. Drawing conclusions
8. Communicating the results

Question 7

*Logical

Answer 7

1. Induction
2. Deduction

Question 8

is reasoning
from general principles
to specific cases to
form a hypothesis

Answer 8

Deduction

Question 9

is reasoning
from specific cases
to general principles to
form a hypothesis

Answer 9

Induction

Question 10

A college student is interested in whether there is a difference between male and female students in the amount of time spent doing volunteer work each week.

Answer 10

IV? DV?
Categorical? Continuous?