Question

explain the difference between a research question and a hypothesis

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Difference between a research question and a hypothesis

RESEARCH QUESTION	RESEARCH HYPOTHESIS
A research question is a question it is intended to be solved when the research is undertaken.	A hypothesis is a statement that can be tested while doing research
There is no prediction in the research question. It is aimed towards a solution.	A hypothesis is a predicted or expected outcome which is being set before the research
Research question answers a particular question	Hypothesis helps to establish a relationship between variables
Research questions answer many aspects, In other words, it may give a wide range of outcomes.	A hypothesis leads to predicted outcomes at the end of the research
It is used in experimental and descriptive studies as well.	It is mainly used in experimental studies to see the relationship between variables.
Research questions can be used by researches who have little experience in the field of research	The hypothesis can be used by the researches who have prior experience in the research
The research question can be used when there is a relationship between variables is ambiguous	The hypothesis can be used when there is certainty in the relationship between variables
It is a clear statement, it can be solved and used in the practice	It is a concise statement, that cab tested and used in the practice
The types of research questions are descriptive, comparative, and casual types	The types of research Hypothesis are directional, non-directional, null, and alternative hypothesis
The research question is more general	The hypothesis is more specific
Example: Can a well-structured lecture improve the student's performance	A well-structured lecture has an impact on student's performance