Anna's Research Yielded Results That Are Consistent with a Hypothesis

question 86

Multiple Choice

Anna's research yielded results that are consistent with a hypothesis derived from a behavioural theory of substance abuse.Which conclusion is CORRECT regarding the theory?

• A)The theory is supported.
• B)The theory is proven.
• C)The theory is unfalsified.
• D)The theory is statistically significant.

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Definitions:

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