How can theories play a role in the research process?
a. Theories can help researchers develop hypotheses for statistical testing.
b. Researchers may develop theory-based interventions to implement in experimental studies.
c. Theories provide data to answer a study’s research questions
d. Measurement instruments may derive from concepts contained within theories
a. Theories can help researchers develop hypotheses for statistical testing.
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