Which One of the Following Is Not Included in the Criteria

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is not included in the criteria for an acceptable research hypothesis?

• A) It explains existing data in simpler terms than competing hypotheses do.
• B) It has better than a 50 percent chance of being true.
• C) It fits into a framework of existing theories.
• D) It does not contradict the laws of nature.
• E) It presents an adequate explanation of the research problem.

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Definitions:

Lagrange Multiplier

A technique used in constrained optimization problems to find the maximum or minimum of a function subject to constraints.

Lambda

A symbol commonly used in mathematics and physics to represent wavelengths, eigenvalues, and decay constants, among other concepts.

Lagrange Multipliers

A strategy used in mathematical optimization to find the local maxima and minima of a function subject to equality constraints.

Constrained Optimization

The process of finding the maximum or minimum value of a function subject to certain constraints, common in economics to find the optimal resource allocation.