Which of the Following Most Accurately How People Tend to Test

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following most accurately how people tend to test hypotheses about a relationship between variables?

• A) By gathering evidence that does not support the hypothesis
• B) By gathering evidence that supports the hypothesis
• C) By gathering as much evidence as possible that either supports or does not support the hypothesis
• D) By neglecting to gather evidence and following intuition

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Definitions:

Distal Goals

Long-term objectives that are set to be achieved in the future, often serving as the final target of a series of smaller goals.

Positive Reinforcement

A motivational technique that involves rewarding a desired behavior to encourage its repetition in the future.

Public Speaking

The act of speaking in front of a live audience with the aim of informing, persuading, or entertaining.

Practical Encouragement

involves offering real and meaningful support to individuals or teams to motivate and increase their confidence in achieving goals or overcoming challenges.