A Useful Theory Is One That Does All of the Following

question 442

Multiple Choice

A useful theory is one that does all of the following EXCEPT:

• A) furthering the understanding of behavior.
• B) allowing predictions to be made.
• C) ensuring statistical significance in an experiment.
• D) stimulating new research.

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Definitions:

Work Stress

The adverse reaction people have to excessive pressures or other types of demand placed on them at work, leading to physical and emotional stress.

Mum Effect

The tendency of people to withhold negative or undesirable information to avoid uncomfortable situations or negative consequences.

Filtering

The process of screening, selecting, or modifying information as it passes through various media or during cognition.

Work Stress

The negative response individuals exhibit towards too much stress or various demands imposed on them in their workplace.