When an Hypothesis Is Stated in Such a Way That

question 50

Multiple Choice

When an hypothesis is stated in such a way that the event to be explained becomes the explanation itself (e.g.,the child is distractable because he has attention deficit disorder) ,the hypothesis is said to be

• A) inadequately defined.
• B) circular.
• C) appealing to forces not recognized by science.
• D) redundant.

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Definitions:

Mutually Exclusive

Situations or events that cannot occur at the same time—choosing one precludes the selection of the other.

Negative Net Present Value

A financial metric indicating that the present value of cash inflows is less than the present value of cash outflows, suggesting the investment is not financially viable.

Initial Cost

The upfront expense incurred to purchase an asset or to initiate a project.

Net Present Value

A calculation that compares the value of a dollar today to the value of that same dollar in the future, taking inflation and returns into account.