The Explanatory Power of a Scientific Theory Is Most Closely

question 177

Multiple Choice

The explanatory power of a scientific theory is most closely linked to its capacity to generate testable

• A) assumptions.
• B) correlations.
• C) predictions.
• D) variables.

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Definitions:

Alcohol

A psychoactive substance found in beverages such as beer, wine, and spirits, known for its effects on the central nervous system.

Depressants

A category of drugs that reduce neural activity and slow down the functions of the brain and body.

Psychoactive Drugs

Substances that change brain function, resulting in alterations in perception, mood, consciousness, cognition, or behavior.

Stimulants

Psychoactive drugs, including caffeine, nicotine, amphetamines, and cocaine, that increase the central nervous system’s activity.