Statistical hypotheses are statements about population values whereas scientific hypotheses are statements about natural phenomena that may account for population values.

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Statistical hypotheses are specifically formulated statements about population parameters (e.g., means, variances) that can be tested statistically, while scientific hypotheses propose explanations for observed phenomena, including but not limited to those that can be quantified and tested through statistical methods.

Statistical Hypotheses Are Statements About Population Values Whereas Scientific Hypotheses