What is the difference between a hypothesis and a theory the way scientists use them?

What will be an ideal response?


A hypothesis is a statement of a potential relationship between variables. A theory is a relatively complete statement of principles that can be used to explain behavior.

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The Cold War was an ideological, political, and economic confrontation between

A. France and Germany. B. Britain and France. C. the U.S. and Russia. D. the U.S. and China. E. the U.S. and Soviet Union.

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Generally speaking, conservatives favor less government regulation of the economy

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Federalism has no effect on party politics in the United States

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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In Texas, the governor may use the line-item veto only on bills pertaining to ______.

a. agriculture b. alcohol and firearms c. spending d. workplace rights

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