Adaris Has Always Been Drawn to the Saying "Absence Makes

question 220

Multiple Choice

Adaris has always been drawn to the saying "Absence makes the heart grow fonder," and she decides to incorporate this saying into her research project. Adaris is trying to define absence in a way that can be empirically tested. She is attempting to find an appropriate __________

• A) hypothesis.
• B) operational definition.
• C) double-blind study.
• D) theory.

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Definitions:

Animal

A living organism that feeds on organic matter, typically having specialized sense organs and nervous system and able to respond rapidly to stimuli.

Punishment

A consequence that reduces the probability of a behavior being repeated, often by introducing a negative outcome or removing a positive stimulus.

Reinforcement

A concept in psychology that refers to anything that strengthens a behavior, making it more likely to occur.

Child's Behavior

Refers to the range of actions and mannerisms exhibited by children in response to their environment or internal stimuli.