How Is Theory Tested in Quantitative Research

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Multiple Choice

How is theory tested in quantitative research?

• A) Assumptions about the theoretical framework are evaluated.
• B) Concepts become more clearly defined as they are tested.
• C) Relationships among concepts are tested.
• D) The entire theory is proven or disproven.

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