On the Basis of a Theory a Prediction Is Made;

question 32

Multiple Choice

On the basis of a theory a prediction is made; from the prediction a study is run, and the study does not come out as expected. What is the researcher most likely to conclude?

• A) the theory should be discarded
• B) the study should be replicated
• C) the theory has been supported but not proven
• D) the equipment must have failed

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Definitions:

Anti-Gravitational Fields

Hypothetical phenomena or technology that would counteract the force of gravity, often discussed in the context of science fiction or theoretical physics.

Variable Costs

Costs that change in proportion to the level of activity or volume of output in a business.

Law of Diminishing Returns

An economic principle stating that, holding all else constant, as one input variable to the production process is increased, there comes a point when the added output from each additional unit of input decreases.

Productive

refers to the capability of producing significant amounts of goods and services, or contributing to economic output efficiently.