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A hypothesis is a possible answer to a scientific question or an explanation for a set of observations. Hypotheses are not based on values, judgments, preferences, or tastes.

Tell problem three of the four hypotheses in each group. Tell why one hypothesis is better than the other three.

1. In contrast to 26-inch wheels, bigger 29-inch wheels increase a mountain bike's coolness. 2. Is the acceleration different when using 26-inch diameter wheels vs. 29-inch wheels? 3. I think 29-inch wheels work best for quick acceleration. 4. When compared to 29-inch wheels, 26-inch wheels will accelerate faster.

1. Lighter color shirts make me look fat because they look bigger and black shirts make me look cool. 2. Are light colored shirts cooler when worn in direct sunlight? 3. I suppose lighter colored shirts are cooler than darker shirts in direct sunlight. 4. The temperature under lighter colored shirts is less than darker shirts when in direct sunlight.

1. Really short skateboards are better than long boards. 2. Do short skateboards turn faster than long skateboards? 3. My guess is that short skateboards will turn faster than long skateboards. 4. Upon analysis, short skateboards will turn faster than long skateboards.

1. Beans are a magical fruit and the more beans you eat the better you feel. 2. Do beans cook faster in a pressure cooker? 3. I think beans cook faster in a pressure cooker because the pressure is higher than a regular pot. 4. When compared to cooking in a regular pot, beans will cook faster in a pressure cooker.

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