## How Do You Turn an Assumption Into a Hypothesis? A hypothesis is a reworded assumption or set of assumptions framed in a testable way, serving as a starting point for investigation. It specifies the measurable outcomes or metrics that will indicate progress toward a desired result, following the structure: “We believe this is true, and we’ll know if we’re right if X happens.” By defining how it will be validated or refuted, a hypothesis guides experimentation and turns limited evidence into a basis for learning. >[!metaphor] >Converting an assumption into a hypothesis is like turning a rumor into a courtroom case. Once you define the evidence you’ll need, it’s no longer hearsay, it becomes something you can prove or disprove. A hypothesis puts your belief on trial, with facts as the judge. ## Works Consulted 1. [An Explanation of Hypothesis-Driven Development](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5CNZDPayRc&t=2s) | Scrum.org | Accessed 26 Dec. 2024. 2. [Hypotheses — What are they? Why are they important?](https://www.scrum.org/resources/blog/hypotheses-what-are-they-why-are-they-important) | Scrum.org | Accessed 23 Jun. 2025. 3. [What is a Hypothesis](https://www.scrum.org/resources/what-hypothesis) | Scrum.org | Accessed 23 Jun. 2025. ## Connections follows:: [[5.2 Assumptions Become Experiments in Hypothesis-Driven Development]] topics:: [[Hypothesis-Driven Development]], [[Assumption]], [[Metrics]], [[Outcome]], [[Hypothesis]] ![[Footer]]