A Hypothesis Is

question 16

Multiple Choice

A hypothesis is

• A) a well developed and complete explanation of behavior.
• B) a statement that describes the relationship between variables.
• C) an unsupported guess about the causes of behavior.
• D) considered to be unscientific and, therefore, not part of the scientific method.

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Definitions:

Perceptual

Relating to the ability to interpret or become aware of something through the senses.

Impact

The effect or influence of one factor on another, which may refer to social, economic, environmental, or personal outcomes.

Environmental

Pertaining to the natural world or the ecological conditions that affect organisms and human societies.

Exception Questions

Inquiries made to help an individual identify times when the problem they are dealing with was not present or was less problematic, often used in solution-focused therapy.