Suppose That a New Developmental Theory Builds on Existing Knowledge

question 122

Multiple Choice

Suppose that a new developmental theory builds on existing knowledge by allowing for the formation of new testable hypotheses.How would this theory be categorized?

• A)as parsimonious
• B)as heuristic
• C)as falsifiable
• D)as normative

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Definitions:

Benefits

Advantages or positive outcomes that derive from a particular situation or action.

Characteristics

Qualities, traits, or features that are inherent or typical of a person, object, or concept.

Attitudes

Psychological tendencies expressed by evaluating a particular entity with some degree of favor or disfavor.

Natural Law

A philosophy asserting that certain rights or values are inherent by virtue of human nature and can be universally understood through reason.