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Hypothesis or Supposition - which is the correct spelling? When to use hypothesis, and when to use supposition? Let's unravel it with Mytour in this article to avoid confusion when using these two words.
Hypothesis or supposition?
I. Hypothesis or supposition, which one is the correct spelling?
Answer: Both hypothesis and supposition are correct spellings. However, depending on the context, we use these two words differently. They cannot be used interchangeably because they have different meanings.
1. What is a hypothesis?
A hypothesis is considered as if it were true, stated as a basis for inference and analysis. Simply put, a hypothesis is a presupposed fact in a theorem or problem, serving as a basis for deducing the theorem or solving the problem. This term is synonymous with assumption. Typically, hypotheses in mathematics are presented to explain, derive conclusions.
Examples:
- An unsupported assumption
- The assumption that it's true.
- The teacher assumes triangle ABC, with sides a = 3, b = 4, c = 5, calculate the area of triangle ABC.
- Assuming I win the Vietlott lottery 1 billion, I will invest in buying a Mercedes car, travel to Europe for 1 month.
2. What is a hypothesis? Examples
A hypothesis is a phenomenon, an object that is stated, accepted. It is something that has not been proven as well as tested by everyone in reality. 'Hypo' means the indication of uncertainty about something. 'Thesis' refers to a system of argumentation, presentation of a certain issue. Therefore, a hypothesis can also be understood as a system of argumentation, presentation about an object, a certain problem that is assumed.
Examples:
- This hypothesis may not be true.
- Every research needs to provide a hypothesis to prove.
- The hypothesis about the Big Bang explosion is being accepted by many scientists.
So, hypothesis is widely used in mathematics, while in scientific research, the term hypothesis is more commonly employed.
Hypothesis or supposition, these two words are spelled correctly but used in different contexts.
II. How are hypothesis and supposition different?
As we explore the definitions of the two terms, hypothesis and supposition, we find that they are entirely distinct:
- Hypothesis is something assumed, used as a basis for analysis and inference.
- Supposition is something presented to prove its correctness.
Therefore, a hypothesis is essentially a speculation, presenting a temporary evaluation direction accepted by people but not proven or verified. Subsequently, individuals will seek evidence to test the validity of that hypothesis.
Now you know how to use hypothesis and supposition, right? With the information shared, it is hoped that you can use the terms hypothesis and supposition correctly in the appropriate context, so that listeners or readers do not misunderstand.
Similarly, terms like Oscillation or Vibration, Restraint or Constraint are also words that many people find confusing. You can refer to Mytour's next article for clarification if you are unsure about these terms.
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