Which Term Below Refers to a Construct That Is Presumed

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which term below refers to a construct that is presumed to exist,but can only be inferred from data?

• A) Conceptual scheme
• B) Hypothetical construct
• C) Operational definition
• D) Confounding variable
• E) Extraneous variable

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Definitions:

Learned Component

Refers to aspects of behavior or knowledge that are acquired through experience, as opposed to being innate.

Cultures

The social behavior, norms, knowledge, beliefs, arts, laws, and customs shared by a group of people.

Fatal Overdose

A lethal ingestion or exposure to a substance, typically a drug, leading to death.

CNS Depressants

A category of drugs that slow down brain activity, leading to a decrease in arousal, anxiety, and muscle coordination, often used to treat anxiety, insomnia, and other conditions.