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1. describe the "third variable problem" as it relates to correlation and provide an example of how you might see this played out in your own field.

2. How does hypothesis testing contribute to the scientific knowledge base? Now that you have a general understanding of hypothesis testing, provide an example of how you might implement this in your work.

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An example of a Statement of the Problem in research to distinguish the variables and hypotheses. It also explains how a research hypothesis contribute to the accumulation of knowledge by differentiating "theory testing" and "theory formation" function of a research endeavor.

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