A hipótese alternativa
Example: Na pesquisa, a hipótese alternativa explica os resultados inesperados.
Definition
"A hipótese alternativa" in research refers to a statement that proposes an expected effect or relationship, contrasting the null hypothesis. It is used to explain unexpected results or to suggest that there is a significant difference or effect in the data studied.
Etymology
The term "a hipótese alternativa" comes from Portuguese, where "hipótese" derives from the Greek 'hypothesis,' meaning 'foundation' or 'supposition.' "Alternativa" comes from Latin 'alternatus,' meaning 'one after another,' reflecting the idea of an alternative proposition to the initial assumption in scientific investigation.
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the alternative hypothesis