Which of the Following Definitions Best Describes Parsimony

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following definitions best describes parsimony?

• A) Explaining the most with the least
• B) Explaining the least with the most
• C) Being able to explain all of the change in the response variable
• D) Being able to predict the value of the response variable far into the future

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Definitions:

Reasoning Skills

The capacity to process information logically, analyze arguments, and arrive at valid conclusions, solutions, or interpretations.

Unique Tasks

Specific, distinct activities or challenges that are not common or general in nature.

Creative Intelligence

The ability to produce novel and valuable ideas, encompassing both the creation of new concepts and problem-solving.

Analytic Intelligence

One component of Sternberg's triarchic theory of intelligence, focusing on the ability to solve problems using analysis, logical reasoning, and critical thinking.