How is a hypothesis different from an idea? Why is this important?

What will be an ideal response?


A hypothesis is a specific question, constructed and meant to be tested. It comes after some serious observation and analysis. An idea is a thought, which may or may not lead to a hypothesis. The distinction is important because science is in the business of testing hypotheses, which can then either be confirmed or contradicted by experiment. A successful theory in science is one that generates hypotheses that are repeatedly confirmed.

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A. A only B. B only C. Both A and B D. Neither A nor B

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The recommended fluid to use in a CVT is usually ________.

A) Specific CVT fluid B) Dexron VI ATF C) Mercon V or Dexron VI D) Any of the above, depending on the specific unit

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

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The ISO 14230-4 protocol uses a single-wire bidirectional data line to communicate between the scan tool and the nodes.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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