Hypothesis Maker
Enter your variables and choose a direction. Get a research question, H0, and H1 you can edit for your proposal.
How to use
- Enter your independent and dependent variables.
- Add your population and the direction you expect.
- Click Make hypotheses and edit the wording for your study.
Worked example
Sleep duration and exam scores among university students, with a positive direction, gives H0: “There is no significant relationship…” and H1: “There is a significant positive relationship…”
Frequently asked questions
What is H0?
The null hypothesis: it states there is no significant relationship or difference. Statistics usually tests H0.
What is H1?
The alternative hypothesis: it states what you expect to find instead.
Should I always state a direction?
Only if theory or past research gives you a reason to expect a positive or negative direction. Otherwise, state no direction.
Is this hypothesis ready to submit?
Treat it as a draft. Check wording, variables, and population with your supervisor.
Does this tool do the statistics?
No. Use the Descriptive Statistics Calculator for simple summaries, and a statistics guide for tests.