Which of the following are true statements regarding the function of hypotheses in quantitative research? Select all that apply
A) They emerge from a theory.
B) They offer direction and suggest explanations for relationships.
C) They prove relationships between variables.
D) They facilitate the interpretation of data.
A, B, D
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Hypotheses cannot prove relationships between variables. They can emerge from a theory, offer direction and suggest explanations for relationships, and reduce the possibility that false results will be misinterpreted.
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