In a study assessing the influence of fertilizer types on crop yield, two agronomists, Dr. Lee and Dr. Patel, present contrasting hypotheses.
Dr. Lee posits that organic fertilizers will yield higher crop production compared to synthetic fertilizers due to improved soil health and nutrient retention. Conversely, Dr. Patel argues that synthetic fertilizers will lead to greater yields through more immediate nutrient availability for plant uptake.
Which of the following statements best describes the hypotheses put forth by Dr. Lee and Dr. Patel?