________ are more or less plausible ideas used to explain something (e.g., a behavior) and can be tested using research methods.
A) Observations
B) Hypotheses
C) Variables
D) Correlations

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Hypotheses are ideas or predictions that can be tested using research methods. Observations refer to noticing something and gathering information about it. Variables are factors that can change and affect the outcome of a study. Correlations refer to the relationship between two variables. While all of these terms are important in research, only hypotheses are explicitly used to explain a behavior and can be tested.

________ Are More or Less Plausible Ideas Used to Explain