A Literature Search Is Usually Conducted

question 31

Multiple Choice

A literature search is usually conducted

• A) to be certain that no research relevant to the research hypothesis has already been conducted.
• B) to avoid duplication of effort and to expand and modify the original research hypothesis.
• C) to locate previous research that was ethically invalid.
• D) to locate previous research that was not falsifiable.

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Definitions:

Individuation

The psychological process of integrating different aspects of oneself into a coherent whole, leading to personal development and self-realization.

Compensation

A psychological and behavioral strategy where individuals attempt to offset perceived weaknesses or deficiencies by emphasizing strengths or developing abilities in other areas.

Transcendence

In psychology, it often refers to a state of overcoming the limitations of the physical condition or self, achieving a greater sense of awareness or unity.

Unity

The state of being united or joined as a whole, often used to denote harmony and coherence among members of a group or parts of a system.