Which Statement Below Is MOST Consistent with the Hypothetico-Deductive Approach

question 241

Multiple Choice

Which statement below is MOST consistent with the hypothetico-deductive approach to reasoning?

• A) Hypotheses are deduced from theories.
• B) Hypotheses are induced from theories.
• C) Theories are deduced from hypotheses.
• D) Theories are induced from observations.

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Definitions:

Unpleasant Event

An occurrence that is disagreeable, distressing, or undesirable.

Decreases

Reductions or declines in numbers, size, strength, or another measurable factor.

Frequency

The rate at which a repeating event occurs over a specified time period.

Extinction Procedure

A method used in behavior psychology to reduce or eliminate the occurrence of a conditioned response by discontinuing reinforcement.