What Is the Relationship Between Applied Research and Theory Testing

question 29

Multiple Choice

What is the relationship between applied research and theory testing?

• A)the results of applied research bear directly on the evaluation of a theory (e.g., equity theory)
• B)because applied research is focused on solving immediate problems, its results have no effect on theory evaluation
• C)applied research is more appropriate for theory testing than is basic research
• D)the primary purpose of applied research is to test theory

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