Which of the following types of hypotheses is considered an implied hypothesis?

A) the null hypothesis
B) the alternative hypothesis
C) the research hypothesis
D) the population hypothesis

Implied Hypothesis

An unstated hypothesis thought to influence a situation or experiment's outcome indirectly.

Null Hypothesis

A hypothesis that assumes no significant difference or effect in a study, which researchers seek to test against the alternative hypothesis.

Alternative Hypothesis

The hypothesis that is considered if the null hypothesis is rejected, indicating that there is a significant effect or difference.