What Would Lead an Economist to Conclude That Theory a Is

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Multiple Choice

What would lead an economist to conclude that Theory A is superior to Theory B?

• A) Theory A predicts real-world events better than does Theory B.
• B) The assumptions underlying Theory A are more realistic than are the assumptions underlying Theory B.
• C) Theory A explains how people think, whereas Theory B only explains what they do.
• D) Theory A is based on the assumption that an individual typically cannot determine what is in his or her own best interest, whereas Theory B assumes that each person knows what is in his or her own best interest and acts accordingly.

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Definitions:

Gestalt Psychology

A theory of mind and brain positing that the operational principle of the brain is holistic, parallel, and analog, with self-organizing tendencies; or, the idea that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.

Cognitive

Relating to mental actions or processes involved in gaining knowledge and comprehension, including aspects such as awareness, perception, reasoning, and judgment.

Behavioral

Related to or involving actions and observable behaviors as a means to study psychological processes and disorders.

Humanistic

An approach in psychology that emphasizes the study of the whole person, focusing on subjective experience and inherent growth potential.