According to the Text,how Does a Researcher Select a Theory

question 10

Multiple Choice

According to the text,how does a researcher select a theory to use in order to explain a set of research findings?

• A) according to the researcher's sense of how the world works
• B) according to the original hypotheses of the study
• C) according to recent academic trends
• D) according to journal preferences and peer reviews

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Definitions:

Dike Unit

A geological structure consisting of a vertical or steeply-dipping sheet of rock that has intruded into a fracture.

Nadler-Tushman Model

An organizational analysis model that highlights the importance of external and internal factors and their impact on organizational performance through congruence among different components.

Preventive Maintenance

Regular and systematic inspection, cleaning, and repair of equipment and facilities to prevent sudden failures and prolong their life.

Kaizen

A Japanese business philosophy of continuous improvement of working practices, personal efficiency, etc.