Exhibit 5-6: Classify each of the following hypotheses as directional research, nondirectional research, or null.
-Refer to Exhibit 5-6.There is no difference in the attitudes toward school of children who read above grade level and those who read below grade level.
A) directional research
B) nondirectional research
C) null.

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This statement is a null hypothesis because it is stating that there is no difference, rather than expecting a specific direction of difference, which would make it a directional research hypothesis. Additionally, there is no indication of uncertainty or questioning, which would make it a nondirectional research hypothesis.

Exhibit 5-6: Classify Each of the Following Hypotheses as Directional