After Reading About the Possible Causes of Schizophrenia, a Scientist

question 42

Multiple Choice

After reading about the possible causes of schizophrenia, a scientist thinks that a virus is the most likely cause. What term most accurately describes the scientist's idea?

• A) hypothesis
• B) dependent variable
• C) extraneous variable
• D) experimental estimate

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Definitions:

Sacred Narratives

Stories regarded as holy or divine within a culture, often foundational to religious beliefs and practices, explaining the origins, traditions, and values of a community.

Human Existence

The state or fact of living or existing as a human being.

Myths

Sacred narratives that explain the fundamentals of human existence- where we and everything in our world came from, why we are here, and where we are going.

Shamans

Spiritual healers and leaders within various indigenous cultures, known for their ability to mediate between the human and spiritual worlds.