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The results of this lab experiment
the hypothesis.

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You need a verb/phrase to complete that sentence. Common, correct ways to finish it — with short guidance on when to use each — are:

- "support the hypothesis."
Use when the data agree with your predictions and statistical tests (if used) show significance.
Example: "The results of this lab experiment support the hypothesis that increased light intensity raises photosynthesis rate."

- "do not support the hypothesis." / "fail to support the hypothesis."
Use when results contradict the predicted outcome or statistical tests show no effect.
Example: "The results of this lab experiment do not support the hypothesis that temperature affects reaction rate."

- "refute the hypothesis." / "contradict the hypothesis."
Use when results actively oppose the hypothesis (clear, opposite trend).
Example: "The results of this lab experiment refute the hypothesis, showing an inverse relationship."

- "partially support the hypothesis."
Use when some predictions were met but others were not.
Example: "The results of this lab experiment partially support the hypothesis: pressure affected volume as predicted, but temperature had no measurable effect."

- "are inconclusive with respect to the hypothesis."
Use when the data are too noisy, sample size too small, or methods flawed so no clear conclusion can be drawn.
Example: "The results of this lab experiment are inconclusive with respect to the hypothesis due to high variability and limited sample size."

Quick tips for writing the sentence in a lab report:
- State what you observed immediately after (quantify where possible): mean values, effect size, p-value or confidence interval.
- Mention whether the result was statistically significant (if you ran tests).
- Note key limitations that affect confidence in the conclusion.
- Suggest next steps or further experiments if appropriate.

If you tell me what your data show (trend, sample sizes, statistical results), I can suggest the best wording and a full sentence tailored to your experiment.