This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: Differentiate between a hypothesis and a theory. What will be an ideal ... (Read 59 times)

penza

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 1,022
on: Aug 22, 2018
Differentiate between a hypothesis and a theory.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Highly productive areas of coastal upwelling are found along the ________ margins of continents, where surface currents are moving ________ the equator.
 
  A) eastern; away from
  B) eastern; toward
  C) western; away from
  D) western; toward


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

nmyers

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 336
Reply #1 on: Aug 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A hypothesis is a stated relationship between observed phenomena that can be tested; in other words, it is a tentative explanation. A theory is a relationship between observed phenomena (variables) that has withstood repeated independent testing over time and has broad explanatory power for an observed pattern or process.

Answer to Question 2

D


penza

  • Member
  • Posts: 1,022
Reply 2 on: Aug 22, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

ecabral0

  • Member
  • Posts: 310
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

The Food and Drug Administration has approved Risperdal, an adult antipsychotic drug, for the symptomatic treatment of irritability in children and adolescents with autism. The approval is the first for the use of a drug to treat behaviors associated with autism in children. These behaviors are included under the general heading of irritability and include aggression, deliberate self-injury, and temper tantrums.

Did you know?

Coca-Cola originally used coca leaves and caffeine from the African kola nut. It was advertised as a therapeutic agent and "pickerupper." Eventually, its formulation was changed, and the coca leaves were removed because of the effects of regulation on cocaine-related products.

Did you know?

Cucumber slices relieve headaches by tightening blood vessels, reducing blood flow to the area, and relieving pressure.

Did you know?

Bisphosphonates were first developed in the nineteenth century. They were first investigated for use in disorders of bone metabolism in the 1960s. They are now used clinically for the treatment of osteoporosis, Paget's disease, bone metastasis, multiple myeloma, and other conditions that feature bone fragility.

Did you know?

One way to reduce acid reflux is to lose two or three pounds. Most people lose weight in the belly area first when they increase exercise, meaning that heartburn can be reduced quickly by this method.

The intermediate-disturbance hypothesis of community organization. The intermediate-disturbance hypothesis of community organization.
Explaining “Moving Continents”— The Theory of Plate Tectonics Explaining “Moving Continents”— The Theory of Plate Tectonics
Applying developmental theory to care Applying developmental theory to care
This modified model of Easton’s systems theory puts government decision makers as the source of pol This modified model of Easton’s systems theory puts government decision makers as the source of pol
The four identity statuses proposed by Marcia, based on Erikson's theory The four identity statuses proposed by Marcia, based on Erikson's theory
For the circuit in Figure 1, assume ideal diodes. The peak inverse voltage is approximately For the circuit in Figure 1, assume ideal diodes. The peak inverse voltage is approximately
Video: Structures that affect circulation - heart and MABP

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library