Which Sequence Represents Movement from a Greater Level of Abstraction

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which sequence represents movement from a greater level of abstraction to a more concrete relationship between concepts used by nurse researchers?

• A) Conceptual model, theory, hypothesis
• B) Theory, hypothesis, conceptual model
• C) Hypothesis, conceptual model, theory
• D) Hypothesis, theory, conceptual model

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Definitions:

Obeyed Experimenter

Refers to the phenomenon where participants in a study are likely to follow orders from the authority figure conducting the experiment.

Subjects

Individuals or groups who participate in research studies or experiments.

Conformity Research

The study of how individuals' thoughts, feelings, or behaviors are influenced by the presence or actions of others, often leading to alignment with group norms.

Group Size

The number of individuals forming a social or functional cluster, which can influence dynamics, interaction, and outcomes within the group.