In Order to Test a Theory,one Must

question 52

Multiple Choice

In order to test a theory,one must

• A)develop a better explanation than the one presented.
• B)present a series of normative statements and positive statements.
• C)use assumptions that most closely reflect reality.
• D)develop normative statements from the law of large numbers.
• E)confront the predictions of the theory with evidence.

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Definitions:

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