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To write a Good Hypothesis remember to include the following:
1. Knowledge - The hypothesis should be based on information gathered from your studies and/or previous experiences.
2. If/Then Statement - The hypothesis contains both the independent (what is being tested) and dependent variables (what change is observed) in an "If ____then ____" statement.
3. Testable - The hypothesis must be testable.
4. Supporting Evidence - The hypothesis should contain a supporting statement/logical explanation for why you believe your hypothesis is correct.
5. Clearly Written - The hypothesis must be clearly written and grammatically correct.
Write a hypothesis for the Consumer Testing Lab.
Problem: Which paper towel brand will absorb the most water?
Melanie Bird
Student Instructions
How to write a hypothesis
To write a Good Hypothesis, make sure to include the following:
1. Knowledge - The hypothesis should be based on information gathered from your studies and/or previous experiences.
2. If/Then Statement - The hypothesis contains both the independent (what is being tested) and dependent variables (what change is observed) in an "If ____then ____" statement.
3. Testable - The hypothesis must be testable.
4. Supporting Evidence - The hypothesis should contain a supporting statement/logical explanation for why you believe your hypothesis is correct.
5. Clearly Written - The hypothesis must be clearly written and grammatically correct.
Example:
Does fertilizer make a plant grow bigger?
Hypothesis: Plants need many types of nutrients to grow. Fertilizer adds more nutrients to the soil. If fertilizer is added to the soil, the plants will grow bigger.
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6th Grade,
Science
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