Which Approach to the Theory-And-Research Cycle Does the Following Sequence

question 106

Multiple Choice

Which approach to the theory-and-research cycle does the following sequence reflect: (1) specific observations suggest generalizations, (2) generalizations produce a tentative theory, (3) the theory is tested through the formation of hypotheses,and (4) hypotheses may provide suggestions for additional observations?

• A)explanatory
• B)deductive
• C)normative
• D)inductive

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