Which of the Following Is NOT a Function of Theory

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a function of theory for research?

• A)Theory helps to prevent our being taken in by flukes.
• B)Theory helps to gloss over any shortcomings in research findings.
• C)Theory helps us to make sense out of observed patterns.
• D)Theory shapes and directs research efforts.
• E)Theory helps us to explain occurrences.

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Definitions:

Critical Value

The threshold value that a test statistic must exceed for the null hypothesis to be rejected in hypothesis testing.

Degrees Of Freedom

The number of independent values in a statistical calculation that are free to vary when estimating parameters.

Area

A measure of the extent of a surface or a piece of land, often measured in square units.

Chi-squared Distribution

A probability distribution used in hypothesis testing that is derived from the sum of the squares of k independent standard normal random variables.