An Explanation Using an Integrated Set of Principles That Organizes

question 283

Multiple Choice

An explanation using an integrated set of principles that organizes observations and predicts behaviors or events is called a(n)

• A) independent variable.
• B) hypothesis.
• C) theory.
• D) survey.

Understand the concept of self-handicapping and its implications on performance.

Recognize the principle of social categorization and its effects on perception of others.

Identify and explain the operation of belief perseverance in maintaining beliefs despite contradictory evidence.

Understand the fundamental attribution error and its impact on judgment of others' behaviors.

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Definitions:

Generalizability

The extent to which the findings of a study can be applied to broader populations or various settings.

Detail

A single piece of information or a minor part within a larger context.

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