You Develop a New Theory That Resolves Several Seemingly Conflicting

question 305

Multiple Choice

You develop a new theory that resolves several seemingly conflicting findings and theories, and explains the research results within a single broad framework. This best demonstrates which characteristic of a good theory? Your theory

• A)conforms to the law of parsimony
• B)predictions are supported by new research
• C)is testable
• D)organizes information in a meaningful way

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Definitions:

Id

In psychoanalytic theory, the part of the psyche that is the source of instinctual impulses and demands for immediate satisfaction of primitive needs.

Primitive Instinctive

Primitive instinctive behavior refers to basic, innate responses or actions that are not learned but are present from birth, aimed at survival and reproduction.

Five-Factor Model

A theory identifying five main personality traits: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism, as the basic structure of personality.

Agreeableness

A personality trait characterized by attributes such as trust, altruism, kindness, affection, and other prosocial behaviors.