The Predicted Direction of the Relationship Between X and Y

question 4

True/False

The predicted direction of the relationship between X and Y is determined by multiplying the signs (+ or −) of all the intervening links between X and Y.

---

Definitions:

Reed's Theory

A theoretical framework that integrates aspects of nursing, particularly focusing on self-transcendence and well-being across the lifespan.

Vulnerability

A condition of being open to harm, attack, or damage, often used in contexts such as cybersecurity, psychology, and social science to describe a system, individual, or group's susceptibility to negative effects.

Well-Being

A state of health, happiness, and prosperity, reflecting physical, emotional, and psychological welfare.

Developmental Process

The sequence of growth or evolution of a living organism or a part of an organizational or conceptual entity.