A Theory Enables Researchers to

question 233

Multiple Choice

A theory enables researchers to

• A) find the rightterpretation for the data they collect.
• B) describe several alternatives for what they observe.
• C) explain what they were not able to find proof of.
• D) fit many separate factsto a larger framework

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Definitions:

Pilot Research

An initial study conducted to test the feasibility of a project or experiment before a larger scale study is launched.

Third Variable

A factor that is not directly involved in the hypothesis being tested but may influence the relationship between the independent and dependent variables.

Reverse Causality

A situation in research or analysis where the direction of cause-and-effect is opposite to what is commonly presumed or is being investigated.

A Priori Causal Theory

Knowledge or reasoning based on theoretical deduction rather than empirical evidence, used to speculate about causes.