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Hypothesis

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A hypothesis should have a foundation of real-world facts, even though it's not proven. SlideHer hypothesis was based on the increasing pollution levels recorded last year.
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Not Yet ProvenPlay
Remember, a hypothesis is an idea that has not been proven true, but it's not just a guess. SlideThe doctor's hypothesis that sleep quality affects memory needed testing.
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Testing RequiredPlay
The ultimate goal of a hypothesis is to be tested through research or experimentation. SlideScientists designed an experiment to test the hypothesis on plant growth.