The Scientific Method Is Useful

question 158

Multiple Choice

The scientific method is useful

• A)only in fields of science such as chemistry and physics
• B)for testing the validity of theoretical predictions
• C)for testing the validity of a model's assumptions
• D)when no economic variables can be assumed to be constant
• E)only if a theory has been proven to be true

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Definitions:

Qualitative Methods

Research methods that collect non-numerical data to understand concepts, thoughts, or experiences through methods like interviews, observations, and text analysis.

Systematically Count

The methodical and organized enumeration of items, individuals, or data points to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Sexism

Prejudice or discrimination based on a person's sex or gender, often favoring one gender over the other.

Data Analysis

is the process of systematically applying statistical and logical techniques to describe, summarize, and evaluate data.