key term - Hypothesis

Definition

A hypothesis in the context of political science is an educated guess or proposition that attempts to explain a phenomenon or answer a question related to politics. It is formulated based on observations and preliminary data, and it can be tested through further empirical research.

Related terms

Empirical Research: The collection and analysis of data from the real world to test hypotheses or theories.

Political Theory:

An area of political science that deals with ideas and principles behind political systems and behaviors.

Data Analysis:

The process of systematically applying statistical or logical techniques to describe and illustrate, condense and recap, and evaluate data