Why Can Theories Not Be Proved

question 55

Multiple Choice

Why can theories not be proved?

• A) Many of the concepts and ideas in theories are not directly observable.
• B) They are too complex to be tested.
• C) Theories are too vague to be tested.
• D) Human behavior is basically unpredictable.

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Definitions:

The Animal Mind

The cognitive abilities and mental experiences of non-human animals, exploring how they perceive, think, remember, and make decisions.

Margaret Floy Washburn

The first woman to earn a doctoral degree in psychology (1894) and a significant figure in early psychological research, known for her work in animal behavior and motor theory development.

Ph.D. Degree

A Doctor of Philosophy degree, which is a postgraduate academic degree awarded by universities to candidates who have submitted a thesis based on original research in their field of study.

Mary Whiton Calkins

An American psychologist who was the first woman to serve as the President of the American Psychological Association and a pioneer in memory research.