Determining the Cause of Behaviour Is an Important Goal of Science

question 16

Multiple Choice

Determining the cause of behaviour is an important goal of science because

• A) it is important to know the cause of behaviour if we want to change a behaviour.
• B) we cannot predict behaviour without knowing the cause of behaviour.
• C) we cannot describe behaviour without knowing the cause of behaviour.
• D) it makes the scientist appear more credible.

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Definitions:

Beaconing

The practice of using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices to send targeted messages and information to nearby smartphones.

Geofencing

A location-based technology that uses GPS or RFID to create a virtual boundary, enabling software to trigger a response when a mobile device enters or leaves a particular area.

Behavioral Segmentation

The process of dividing a market into groups based on consumer behaviors, such as purchasing habits or usage rates.

Demographic Segmentation

The division of a market into segments based on demographic factors such as age, gender, income, education, and family size.