Which of the Following Statements Is NOT True of a Theory

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is NOT true of a theory?

• A) A theory is an interrelated, coherent set of ideas that helps explain phenomena.
• B) A theory is an interrelated, coherent set of ideas that helps make predictions.
• C) When studying a topic, it is advisable to choose one developmental theory and disregard all others.
• D) A theory is an interrelated, coherent set of ideas that may suggest hypotheses.

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Definitions:

Norms

Shared expectations or rules within a society or group that guide and constrain behavior.

Stanley Milgram

Stanley Milgram was a psychologist best known for his controversial experiment on obedience, demonstrating that people are willing to obey authority figures even when it involves harming others.

Obedience Study

A series of experiments conducted by Stanley Milgram, demonstrating the extent to which individuals would follow orders from an authority figure, even when they believed they were causing harm.

Psychiatrists

Medical doctors specialized in diagnosing, treating, and preventing mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.