One of the Functions of a Hypothesis Is To

question 29

Multiple Choice

One of the functions of a hypothesis is to:

• A) Close the gap between fact and theory.
• B) Eliminate the need for evidence.
• C) Introduce certainty into science.
• D) Eliminate the need for an explanation.
• E) Direct the search for evidence.

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Definitions:

Reputation

A long-term standing in the public regard that serves to reassure others that private information is not being concealed; a valuable asset in the face of adverse selection.

Diversification

The strategy of allocating investments or resources among various financial instruments, industries, or other categories to reduce risk.

Economic Losses

Financial shortfalls that occur when a firm's total costs surpass its total revenues, leading to a negative profit margin.

Positively Correlated

Describes a relationship between events such that each event is more likely to occur if the other event also occurs.