What Is a Characteristic of a Good Theory

question 193

Multiple Choice

What is a characteristic of a good theory?

• A) It is a widely accepted theory.
• B) It is a theory that starts from realistic assumptions.
• C) It is a theory that helps us understand how the world works.
• D) It is a theory based on original predictions.

Analyze the impact of self-efficacy and possible selves on behavior and personality.

Recognize the contributions of major theorists to the field of personality psychology.

Discern the psychological mechanisms underlying human motivation and aggression.

Understand the foundational principles of Freud's psychoanalysis, including the roles of the id, ego, and superego.

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Definitions:

Evaluate

To calculate the value of an expression or assess the significance of something in a given context.

Fraction

A mathematical expression representing a part of a whole, typically written with a numerator and a denominator.

Exponentiation

A mathematical action that consists of elevating a number to the exponent of another number.

Addition

Addition is the mathematical process of combining two or more quantities to find their total or sum.