Construct Two Hypotheses of Interest to Social Workers

question 27

Essay

Construct two hypotheses of interest to social workers. One should predict a positive relationship, the other a negative relationship: Identify the independent and dependent variables in each hypothesis. Identify a control variable for each hypothesis. Operationally define each variable.​

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Definitions:

Chlorofluorocarbons

A group of man-made chemical compounds containing chlorine, fluorine, and carbon, historically used in refrigeration and aerosol propellants, but now known to deplete the ozone layer.

Flammable

Easily ignited and capable of burning rapidly; used to describe substances that pose a significant fire risk.

Nontoxic

Substances that do not pose a risk of harm or poison to humans, animals, or the environment.

Stable

A state of equilibrium or the absence of significant change, often describing systems that return to equilibrium after a disturbance.