Select the Meaning for the Following Combining Forms and Suffixes

question 72

Multiple Choice

Select the meaning for the following combining forms and suffixes.
-cost/o:

• A) wrist bones
• B) ribs
• C) to cut

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Definitions:

Null Hypothesis

In statistical analysis, the hypothesis that there is no effect or no difference, and any observed difference is due to sampling or experimental error.

Independent Variable

In an experiment, the variable that is manipulated or changed by the researcher to observe its effect on the dependent variable.

Research Hypothesis

A specific, testable prediction about the relationship between at least two variables in a population, based on theory or previous research.

Independent Variable

A variable that is manipulated by the researcher to observe its effect on the dependent variable.