Question

Which statements describe a good hypothesis? Check all that apply.

A good hypothesis is based on one’s personal opinion.
A good hypothesis can be tested.
A good hypothesis leads to a test with measureable results.
A good hypothesis does not always have to be based on prior knowledge or research.
A good hypothesis provides a possible explanation to answer a scientific question.

Answer 1

Correct choices:
- A good hypothesis can be tested.
- A good hypothesis leads to a test with measurable results.
- A good hypothesis provides a possible explanation to answer a scientific question.

Why:
- Testability and measurability are essential: a hypothesis must make predictions that can be observed or measured.
- A hypothesis should offer a possible explanation for a specific question.
- It should be grounded in prior knowledge or observations, not just personal opinion, so the two statements about opinion and not needing prior research are incorrect.