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Which of the following are true statements regarding the function of hypotheses in quantitative research? Select all that apply.
 
  A) They emerge from a theory.
  B) They offer direction and suggest explanations for relationships.
  C) They prove relationships between variables.
  D) They facilitate the interpretation of data.

Question 2

Which of the following statements of purpose is least likely to demonstrate a bias on the part of the researcher?
 
  A) Demonstrate
  B) Compare
  C) Prove
  D) Show


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Reply #1 on: Jul 8, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A, B, D
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Hypotheses cannot prove relationships between variables. They can emerge from a theory, offer direction and suggest explanations for relationships, and reduce the possibility that false results will be misinterpreted.

Answer to Question 2

B
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Compare is the least likely to demonstrate a bias on the part of the researcher and is associated with quantifiable variables and designs with scientific controls. The verbs in the purpose statement should connote objectivity. A statement of purpose indicating that the study goal was to prove, demonstrate, or show something suggests bias.


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