A teacher wishes to compare a new approach to teaching math (Method A) with the traditional approach (Method B), because she thinks Method A will improve the learning of math.Prior to the study, what general research hypothesis should the teacher state?
A) The traditional method (Method B) of teaching math is inadequate.
B) Method A should be utilized to teach math.
C) Can Method A be used successfully to teach math in this particular situation?
D) Students will learn more math with Method A than with Method B.

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The general research hypothesis should be a statement about the relationship between the two methods of teaching math. In this case, the hypothesis should be that students will learn more math with Method A than with Method B. Option A and B are too extreme and Option C is too vague.

A Teacher Wishes to Compare a New Approach to Teaching