A Good Theory Seeks To

question 150

Multiple Choice

A good theory seeks to:

• A)distort reality in order to improve forecasting ability.
• B)predict phenomena without explaining them.
• C)explain phenomena without predicting them.
• D)confront reality in all its complexity by focusing on the unique aspects of each phenomenon.
• E)simplify a complex reality.

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