Theories Should Be Judged Based Upon How

question 61

Multiple Choice

Theories should be judged based upon how

• A) well they explain things.
• B) consistently and accurately they predict.
• C) famous the economist is making the prediction.
• D) the amount of attention given to them by the media.
• E) a and b

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Definitions:

Ultimate Goal

The final or most significant aim or objective that an individual or group strives to achieve.

Shaping

An operant conditioning technique that consists of gradually molding a desired behavior (response) by reinforcing any movement in the direction of the desired response, thereby gradually guiding the responses toward the ultimate goal.

Chronic Schizophrenia

A long-lasting, severe, and disabling brain disorder characterized by symptoms such as delusions, hallucinations, and disordered thinking that significantly impair daily functioning.

Psychiatric Institutions

Facilities specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and care of individuals with mental health disorders.