Which of the Following Is NOT a Major Purpose of Research

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a major purpose of research?

• A) to explore a new issue
• B) to find hidden treasure
• C) to see if a program works as it should
• D) to explain why an event happens in a certain way

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Definitions:

Defense Mechanisms

Defense mechanisms are unconscious psychological strategies used by individuals to cope with reality and maintain self-image by reducing feelings of anxiety and stress.

Sigmund Freud

An Austrian neurologist and the founder of psychoanalysis, a method for treating psychopathology through dialogue between a patient and a psychoanalyst.

Stress

A condition of mental or emotional strain resulting from demanding circumstances.

Overeating

Consuming more food than the body needs for energy and nutrition, often leading to weight gain and other health issues.