Defining a hypothesis is a useful way of approaching research because

AIt will impress the reader

BIt allows the development of testable propositions ✓ Correct

CIt allows indisputable proof to be established in the findings

DIt merely looks suitably scientific

Correct answer: (B) It allows the development of testable propositions

Explanation

Defining a hypothesis lets the researcher develop testable propositions.

Impressing the reader is not a methodological purpose.

No study yields indisputable proof, only supported inference.

Merely looking scientific is a cosmetic, not a real, benefit.

A hypothesis focuses the inquiry and guides data collection.

It links expected relationships to measurable variables.

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