Which of the following is an example of a directional hypothesis?

A) Women are more likely to experience higher levels of fear of crime.
B) Women are more likely to experience different levels of fear of crime.
C) Men are more likely to experience different levels of fear of crime.
D) Men and women will have equal levels of fear of crime.

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Esala Nadruku · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  A directional hypothesis states the direction of the relationship between variables. In this case, the hypothesis is that women are more likely to experience higher levels of fear of crime than men, indicating a specific direction of the relationship. B and C provide some information on gender differences but do not indicate a clear direction. D is a null hypothesis, stating that there is no difference between men and women in terms of fear of crime.

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