A theory is

a. a description of a causal relationship between two or more variables.
b. a set of statements that renders some phenomenon or process intelligible.
c. a prediction about the relationship between an independent and dependent variable.
d. a pattern of reasoning that begins with a general description of patterns and then moves to observations of specific instances.


Answer b

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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a. True b. False

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