Which Statement Accurately Describes the Purpose of Experiments

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which statement accurately describes the purpose of experiments?

• A)Experiments are designed to produce the results predicted by a theory.
• B)Experiments can be replaced by a simple,logical reasoning of known facts.
• C)Experiments are designed to produce unexplainable results for further investigation.
• D)Experiments look for other observable predictions of a theory.
• E)none of the above

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Definitions:

Intuitionist Stage

A cognitive phase where individuals rely more on intuitive thinking rather than rational, empirical evidence.

Role Confusion

A situation in which an individual is unsure about the expectations and behaviors associated with a particular social role or identity.

Rebellious

Defying or resisting some established authority, policy, or tradition.

Compliance

The act of conforming to a request, demand, or regulation, often analyzed in social psychology as a form of social influence.