A parsimonious theory is one that
a. does not generate testable hypotheses.
b. is expressed in precise, mathematical terms.
c. can account for the available data in the fewest possible terms.
d. is falsifiable.
C
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A. experience severe psychological distress B. often blame themselves for the breakup C. typically fail to notice that anything is wrong in the household D. understand that not all relationships are compatible
The finding that a correlation exists between scores on all standardized intelligence tests and ____ has been a problem in defining intelligence
a. gender b. profession c. chronological age d. socioeconomic status
When Halpern and her colleagues adopted a biopsychosocial approach in their research, this suggests the ____________ perspective of human development
a. correlational b. microgenetic c. holistic d. lifespan
Discuss and explain how standardized scores are useful.
What will be an ideal response?