A Research Question That Asks About the Presence of Behavior

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Multiple Choice

A research question that asks about the presence of behavior, how frequently it is exhibited, or whether there is a relationship between different behaviors is a:

• A) descriptive research question
• B) causal research question
• C) fundamental research question
• D) vital research question

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Definitions:

Heredity

The genetic transfer of characteristics, whether physical or mental, from one generation to the next.

Experience

Direct observation of or participation in events as a basis of knowledge, or the practical contact with and observation of facts or events.

Scientific Method

A systematic process for gathering and testing information used in science to explore observations and answer questions.

Subjectivity

The characteristic of relying on or being affected by one's own emotions, preferences, or views instead of objective realities.