Hypothesis is an assumption that has not yet been researched and there is no tangible in depth data to prove it yet. A researcher observes and identifies a geographical problem / topic and then makes an assumption based merely on the observation. After data collection, in depth analysis and interpretation the researcher makes findings which may prove the assumption to be correct or incorrect. If findings prove the assumption to be incorrect the hypothesis is rejected. If the findings prove the assumption to be correct the hypothesis is accepted. o Refer to the background in your introduction and the research topic and generate an assumption about whether beef does or does not contribute to food security and economic development in your area. At this stage you have not collected data yet to support statement in the hypothesis, it is just an assumption. o Your hypothesis can be phrased in a statement or in a question form and its application must be in the research topic of your area of study.
