what is a hypothesis
a starting assumption to test with research
data collected specifically for the researchers own study
a small group of people who gather to answer questions
the part of a total population that a study
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A hypothesis is a proposed explanation or statement that can be tested through research. It is a starting assumption or prediction that is based on limited evidence or observations. It is used to guide the research process and determine if there is enough evidence to support or refute the hypothesis. A hypothesis is not data collected specifically for the researcher's own study, a small group of people, or the part of a total population that a study focuses on.