How is a hypothesis related to a theory? a. Hypotheses can be ...

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How is a hypothesis related to a theory?
 
  a. Hypotheses can be developed in the absence of a theoretical framework.
  b. Hypotheses must be consistent with an existing theoretical framework.
  c. A theory can determine the validity of a hypothesis.
  d. A theory can be used to evaluate the merit of a hypothesis.

Question 2

A nurse researcher proposes a study of teenage mothers and their experience with postpartum depression. Which of these considerations would affect the feasibility of the study?
 
  a. Availability of participants
  b. Direction of the hypotheses
  c. Gaps in the literature
  d. Design of the study

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

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A A hypothesis is a bridge between a theoretical framework and the real world of empirical testing. Therefore, a theoretical framework is required.
B A sound hypothesis is consistent with an existing body of theory and research findings.
C When tested, a hypothesis can help determine the validity of a theory's assumptionsthe reverse of option C.
D When tested, a hypothesis can help evaluate a theory's meritthe opposite of option D.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

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A A study's feasibility is determined by practical considerations, such as availability of subjects, equipment, facilities, and money.
B The direction of the hypothesis is irrelevant to a study's feasibility.
C Gaps in the literature provide support for the research study and do not affect its feasibility.
D The design of the study is shaped by the research question and is not directly related to the study's feasibility.