While investigating why juveniles commit murder, a researcher extensively interviews one 13 year old who was convicted of this crime. The researcher paid careful attention to the specific conditions of this juvenile offender that led to his crime, such as his relationship with his parents, his peers, his previous delinquency, his psychological health, his biological health, his educational experiences, his contact with role models, his exposure to media, and his history of violent behavior. This study is a good example of what type of causal explanation?

A. counterfactual
B. exploratory
C. idiographic
D. nomothetic


B. exploratory

Political Science

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Stability refers to the speed with which public opinion __________ and the likelihood that the new opinion will endure

Fill in the blanks with correct word

Political Science

Why might an unincorporated area want to become incorporated as its own city?

a. To maintain control of its taxation b. To increase the chances of becoming annexed by another city c. To limit its population growth d. To abolish government oversight

Political Science

Prior to the ratification of the Seventeenth Amendment, how were senators selected?

a. by direct election b. by the president c. by state governors d. by state legislatures

Political Science

The Supreme Court has not decided the extent to which the president can engage in military action without a formal declaration of war by Congress

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

Political Science