Which of the Following Illustrates the Use of the Inductive

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following illustrates the use of the inductive method?

• A) ​hypothesis, observations, accept or reject hypothesis.
• B) ​observations, pattern finding, and generalizations.
• C) ​theory, hypothesis, observations, generalizations.
• D) ​theory, observations, and generalizations.
• E) ​generalizations, theory, and observations.

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Definitions:

Theories

Systematic sets of ideas or principles that explain phenomena and are supported by evidence.

Researchers

Researchers are individuals who conduct detailed study and systematic investigation into a specific subject, topic, or area of interest with the goal of discovering or interpreting facts, revising theories, or applying new knowledge.

Application

The act of putting something to a particular use or purpose, such as a job application, or the utilization of a concept or theory in a practical situation.

Hypotheses

Proposed explanations or predictions that can be tested by observations or experiments.