Question

Ciara believes that working women are happier than women who do not work. She predicts that women who work for at least ten years are more likely to have good mental health after the age of 50 years than women who do not. She decides to test this prediction. In terms of the scientific method, Ciara's prediction is called the _____.

Answer 1

Answer:

Hypothesis

Explanation:

A hypothesis is a supposition for a phenomenon. It tries to predict the end result of a research, hence it is made based on limited information, but can form the beginning for a study. Although a hypothesis is based on limited information, it is testable and also precise.

A hypothesis helps with making predictions for a scientific study, which can be further tested to ascertain the supposed claim.

For example, although the statement by Ciara was only a prediction with limited evidence, it could be further tested and that makes Ciara's supposition a hypothesis.