Research involves testing or attempting to ___________ a hypothesis by way of experimentation?
Correct answer: C. prove
- A. find
- B. both
- C. prove
- D. None of these
Explanation
Experimentation is used to test a hypothesis by examining evidence under controlled conditions; introductory texts often describe this as attempting to prove the hypothesis. In scientific practice, however, evidence supports or fails to support a hypothesis rather than proving it permanently.
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