Which of the Following Is the First Step in the Scientific

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the first step in the Scientific Method?

• A) Gather the facts
• B) Develop a hypothesis
• C) Define the problem
• D) Perform a test

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Definitions:

Fixed-interval Scheduling

A type of operant conditioning reinforcement schedule where rewards are given after a fixed time period, causing a scalloped pattern of response rates.

Discrimination

refers to the unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.

Respondent Behavior

Automatic responses triggered by specific stimuli without conscious decision, such as reflexes.

Biological Need

A biological need is a physiological requirement that organisms must meet to maintain health, such as food, water, and shelter.