Example 1: Hypothesis

  • Your hypothesis links the two variables with an expected outcome.
  • An example hypothesis for this research question would be "Participation in sports causes better performance in school."
  • This statement:
    • Has two variables.
    • Is linked by a causal relationship.
    • Is logically related to theory and previous research.
    • Is falsifiable through statistical analysis.
  • The null hypothesis here is that there is no relationship between participation in sports and performance in school.