The Pattern and Parsimony Approach to Causation Is a Good

question 15

Multiple Choice

The pattern and parsimony approach to causation is a good example of which cycle in research?

• A) Journal-journalism cycle
• B) Basic-applied cycle
• C) Theory-data cycle
• D) Peer-review cycle
• E) They are all equally important

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Definitions:

Suppress

The act of consciously avoiding or holding back thoughts, emotions, or impulses that are deemed unacceptable or inconvenient.

Ruminate

The process of continuously thinking about the same thoughts, which are often sad or dark, without coming to any resolution.

Positive Correlation

A relationship between two variables where they both increase or decrease together.

Depression

A common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how one feels, thinks, and handles daily activities, characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and/or a lack of interest.