Question

Professor Delano suggests that because people are especially attracted to those who are good-looking, handsome men will be more successful than average-looking men in getting a job. The professor's prediction regarding employment success is an example of:____________a. the hindight bias.b. the placebo effect.c. a hypothesis.d. illusory correlation.

Answer 1

Answer:

The answer is c. a hypothesis.

Explanation:

A hypothesis is a possible explanation for a phenomenon that can and has yet to be tested. Hypotheses are usually made through observation, and the understanding of previous scientific theories.

In the passage, Professor Delano's hypothesis can be tested by analysing data about a sample of workers. It was also based on the genetic approach to  mate choosing, a well-researched scientific theory.