In general, a _____(a)_____ hypothesis is a prediction about the relationship between constructs, and guides the purposes of a research study; a _____(b)_____ hypothesis is a testable prediction about specific relationships and the direction of these relationships.
A) conceptual; conceptual
B) research; conceptual
C) conceptual; research
D) research; research

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Option C correctly distinguishes between the two types of hypotheses. A conceptual hypothesis is broader and guides the general purposes of a study while a research hypothesis is narrow and testable prediction about specific relationships. Option A refers to both hypotheses as conceptual, which is inaccurate. Option B erroneously identifies the research hypothesis as a conceptual hypothesis. Option D incorrectly implies that both hypotheses are research hypotheses.

In General, a _____(A)_____ Hypothesis Is a Prediction About the Relationship

In General, a _(A)_ Hypothesis Is a Prediction About the Relationship