You Develop a New Theory That Resolves Several Seemingly Conflicting

question 305

Multiple Choice

You develop a new theory that resolves several seemingly conflicting findings and theories, and explains the research results within a single broad framework. This best demonstrates which characteristic of a good theory? Your theory

• A)conforms to the law of parsimony
• B)predictions are supported by new research
• C)is testable
• D)organizes information in a meaningful way

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Definitions:

Psychosocial

Pertaining to the interrelation of social factors and individual thought and behavior.

Erikson

Psychologist Erik H. Erikson, known for his theory on the psychosocial development of human beings, identifying eight stages from infancy to adulthood.

Theory

a systematically organized set of concepts, propositions, and definitions that project a coherent view of phenomena by specifying relations among variables, with the purpose of explaining and predicting phenomena.

Shame And Doubt

A stage in Erickson's psychosocial development theory where toddlers face challenges in developing personal control and a sense of autonomy.