When a Researcher Tests His or Her Hypothesis,he or She

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Multiple Choice

When a researcher tests his or her hypothesis,he or she is often hoping to gather information that is consistent with a particular theory.What,more specifically,allows a researcher to say that he or she has "proven" a theory?

• A)A researcher is never able to say that he or she has "proven" a theory.
• B)Anytime a hypothesis confirms one theory and simultaneously disconfirms at least one other theory,a theory has been "proven."
• C)Anytime a hypothesis is confirmed,a theory is automatically "proven."
• D)Anytime a hypothesis confirms one theory and simultaneously disconfirms all other known theories,a theory has been "proven."

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Definitions:

Treasury Stock

Shares that were once outstanding and have been reacquired by the corporation, reducing the number of shares available on the open market.

Preferred Stock

A class of ownership in a corporation with a higher claim on assets and earnings than common stock, often with set dividend payments.

Common Shares Outstanding

The total number of shares of common stock currently held by all shareholders, including share blocks held by institutional investors and restricted shares owned by the company’s officers and insiders.