INSTRUCTIONS: Choose the Word or Phrase in [ ] Which

question 28

Multiple Choice

INSTRUCTIONS: Choose the word or phrase in [ ] which will correctly complete the statement.
-Retired people often choose investments offering [high current income | low current income].

• A)for the first item
• B)for the second item
• C)if neither item will correctly complete the statement.

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Definitions:

Tentative Explanation

An initial, provisional theory or hypothesis intended to account for certain observations, subject to further investigation and confirmation.

Scientific Theory

A well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world, based on a body of facts that have been repeatedly confirmed through observation and experiment.

Statistical Validation

The process of evaluating the correctness and reliability of a statistical model or measurement through rigorous testing and analysis.

Critical Thinking

The goal of critically examining and assessing a matter to come to a decision.