When Researchers Can Specify the Conditions Under Which a Behaviour

question 165

Multiple Choice

When researchers can specify the conditions under which a behaviour or event is likely to occur, they have accomplished the goal of

• A) explanation.
• B) influence.
• C) description.
• D) prediction.

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Definitions:

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