In the context of the field of psychology, which of the following statements is true of the contribution of Wilhelm Wundt?

A. He proved that psychology can be a true science only if it examines observable behavior.
B. He evaluated the effects of social forces on one's behavior.
C. He conducted some of the earliest research in perception and laid the groundwork for psychophysics.
D. He gave psychology its independence from philosophy and physiology.


Answer: D

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