Why Are Psychological Theories Often a Good Source for Research

question 39

Multiple Choice

Why are psychological theories often a good source for research ideas?

• A) because theories are basically everyday guesses about reality that need empirical verification
• B) because theories often make specific predictions about relationships among variables that must then be tested empirically
• C) because theories are usually about esoteric issues with no practical application, and research makes theory more practical
• D) because theories do not have testable hypotheses

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