If a Number of Studies All Seem Consistent with a Theory

question 42

Multiple Choice

If a number of studies all seem consistent with a theory, then the theory is said to have been supported through

• A)induction
• B)deduction
• C)serendipity
• D)parsimony

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Definitions:

Life Expectancy

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Death Row Inmate

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Kidney Transplants

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Living Donors

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