While Theories Are Most Closely Associated with the Scientific Goal

question 147

Multiple Choice

While theories are most closely associated with the scientific goal of ____,hypotheses are most closely associated with the goal of ____.

• A) application; description
• B) description; application
• C) understanding; prediction
• D) prediction; understanding

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Definitions:

Internal Sources

Origins of information, motivation, or inspiration that come from within an individual, such as personal beliefs, thoughts, and emotions.

Beliefs

Mental acceptance of and conviction in the truth, existence, or reliability of something without empirical evidence.

Homework Assignments

Tasks or exercises given by therapists to clients to complete outside of therapy sessions as part of the treatment process.

Transference

The redirection of feelings and desires from one person to another, especially in the context of psychoanalytical therapy.