In the Social Sciences,a Theory Is

question 16

Multiple Choice

In the social sciences,a theory is:

• A) a guess
• B) an incorrect assertion
• C) a denial that something took place
• D) a reasoned,empirically-based explanation for a set of events or condition
• E) none of the above

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Definitions:

Self-fulfilling Prophecy

A prediction or belief that causes itself to come true due to the positive feedback between belief and behavior.

Real Consequences

Tangible, measurable outcomes or results that stem from actions or events in the real world, impacting individuals or societies.

Anti-racist Pedagogy

An educational approach that actively confronts and challenges racism by promoting racial awareness, inclusion, and the dismantling of systemic inequalities.

Racism

Bias, unfair treatment, or hostility towards individuals of another race, stemming from the conviction that one's own race is superior.