Which of the following is not true of a theory?
a. It attempts to explain why something is the way it is.
b. It is used to make predictions about the likely outcomes of our efforts.
c. It must be testable, meaning we can conduct research to observe whether or not it is accurate.
d. Must be agreed to by the majority of people in a profession to be true
ANSWER: d
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a. Only given once per week b. Has no withdrawal upon discontinuance c. Its agonist effects diminish at higher doses. d. Both a and b.
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A. an oral exam only. B. a written exam only. C. an oral exam and sometimes a written exam. D. always an oral and written exam.
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a. schizophrenia b. major depression c. the anxiety disorders involving phobias d. borderline personality disorder e. bipolar disorder