What is the "mechanism" stated in a theory?

A. presumed effect
B. presumed cause
C. falsifiability
D. rationale for the theory


Answer: B

Psychology

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A. One must adhere to the same approach when giving explanations for different phenomena. B. The strength of some approaches in explaining behavior patterns makes up for the weaknesses of other approaches. C. The best way to show contradictions is to explain phenomena using different approaches. D. One need not align oneself with the same approach when explaining different phenomena.

Psychology

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a. suppression. b. redintegration. c. proactive interference. d. retroactive interference.

Psychology

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a. motivation b. ability c. genetic composition d. intention

Psychology