An Example of an Experimental Hypothesis or Experimental Prediction May

question 78

Multiple Choice

An example of an experimental hypothesis or experimental prediction may predict that if we increase negative mood,our participants will worry more,and this hypothesis is derived either from:

• A)An existing academic theory about worrying
• B)Our observations of worrying in everyday life
• C)The existing research literature on worrying
• D)All of the above

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Definitions:

Rational

Based on or in accordance with reason or logic.

Logical

Pertaining to or characterized by clear, sound reasoning and thought processes.

Analytic

Pertaining to or proceeding by analysis (opposed to synthetic), involving the separation of a whole into its component parts to examine or determine their nature and relationship.

Systemic Solutions

Approaches to problem-solving that address the fundamental structure or underlying issues in a system, rather than only treating symptoms.