A Theory Differs from a Hypothesis in That a Theory

question 26

Multiple Choice

A theory differs from a hypothesis in that a theory

• A) has predictive power for similar phenomena that haven't been observed yet.
• B) ties together many existing observations.
• C) has more supportive research evidence than a hypothesis.
• D) is broader in scope than a hypothesis.
• E) All of the answer choices are correct.

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Definitions:

Newborn Infants

Infants in the very first stages of life, typically defined as being between birth and one month old.

Complex Stimuli

Inputs or environmental factors that involve multiple, intricate elements, often requiring advanced cognitive processing to understand or respond to.

Norms

Shared guidelines or rules that dictate the behavior considered acceptable within a particular group or society.

Individual Differences

Variations among individuals in terms of their psychological traits, behaviors, or physical attributes.