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Aim
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A general statement of what will be investigated.
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Independent Variable
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The variable manipulated/changed by the researcher.
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Dependent Variable
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The variable measured by the researcher.
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Hypothesis
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A prediction or testable statement which we test to see if it is supported or rejected.
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Null Hypothesis
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States the independent variable will have no effect on the dependent variable( I.e. that there is no difference in the results of the groups tested)
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Experimental Hypothesis
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Predicts that the independent variable will affect the dependent variable.
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Directional (one-tailed) hypothesis
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Predicts the expected direction of the results ( I.e. states which condition will do better)
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Non-directional (two-tailed) hypothesis
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Just says there will be a difference, but which group will do best is not specified.
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