A Formal Set of Statements That Explains Why and How

question 393

Multiple Choice

A formal set of statements that explains why and how certain events are related to one another is called a(n) ____________.

• A)hypothesis
• B)specific prediction
• C)theory
• D)operational definition

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Definitions:

Petty Offenses

Relate to minor legal violations that typically result in a small fine or other minor penalties.

Stock Option Backdating

The practice of setting the grant date of stock options to an earlier time than their actual issuance date, often to benefit the option recipient financially.

Falsified Documents

This term refers to documents that have been illegally altered or fabricated to deceive.

Extortion

A criminal offense in which a person obtains money, property, and/or services from another by wrongfully threatening or inflicting harm to his or her person, property, or reputation. Also called blackmail.