In Which of the Following Developmental Stages of a Scientific

question 38

Multiple Choice

In which of the following developmental stages of a scientific discipline does the following occur: An unexplained anomaly that cannot be explained emerges. A new way of thinking begins to emerge. Some participants resist the new way of thinking, while other participants begin to embrace the new and improved way of thinking.

• A)crisis and revolution
• B)new paradigm
• C)paradigmatic
• D)pre-paradigmatic

Grasp the significance of research studies in illustrating concepts related to attribution theories.

Differentiate between internal and external attributions and how they are applied in various contexts.

Recognize the role of cultural factors in influencing attribution processes.

Understand the psychological basis and consequences of attribution in social perception.

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