A __________ is a testable prediction about the conditions under which a particular behavior or mental processes may occur, whereas a _________ is a general principle or set of principles proposed to explain how a number of facts are related.

A) case study; theory
B) hypothesis; study
C) variable; case study
D) hypothesis; theory
E) survey; sample


Ans: D)  hypothesis; theory

Psychology

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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A) dopamine. B) GABA. C) glutamate. D) serotonin.

Psychology