When Researchers Take Abstract Concepts and Translate Them into a Form

question 105

Multiple Choice

When researchers take abstract concepts and translate them into a form that allows them to be measured, they develop a(n)

• A) operational definition.
• B) theoretical model.
• C) conceptual abstraction.
• D) experiment.

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Definitions:

Behavior

The actions or reactions of an individual or group in response to external or internal stimuli.

Money

A medium of exchange that allows for the valuation of goods and services, facilitating trade and economic activity.

Desirable Behaviors

Actions or reactions that are considered preferred or positive within a specific context or society.

Negative Reinforcement

The removal of an aversive stimulus following a desired behavior, which also increases the likelihood of that behavior's recurrence.