The Explanatory Value and Hence the Status of a Paradigm

question 6

Multiple Choice

The explanatory value and hence the status of a paradigm is threatened by the existence of an anomaly. An anomaly is

• A)a dominant and widely accepted theory.
• B)an observation that the paradigm cannot explain.
• C)a modification of a basic invention.
• D)a transformation of the social structure.

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Definitions:

Emotional Disposition

The inherent or habitual inclination of an individual to experience and express emotions in specific ways.

Positive Affectivity

Propensity to view the world, including oneself and other people, in a positive light.

Positive Self-evaluation

An individual's assessment of their own capabilities, achievements, and worth in a positive light.

Workplace Deviance

Behaviors that violate organizational norms, policies, or values, potentially harming the organization or its members.