A conceptual variable that is known to exist but cannot be directly observed is called ______.

A. a hypothesis
B. a construct
C. an operation
D. a concept


Answer: B

Psychology

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a. Schemas b. Limitations c. Complexes d. Cognitions

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A. Borderline personality disorder B. Antisocial personality disorder C. Dependent personality disorder D. Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder.

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a. a jarring "crash" of mood and energy. b. a long period of fatigue, anxiety, paranoia, and boredom. c. anhedonia. d. heroin-like withdrawal symptoms.

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