In the scientific context, deductive reasoning begins with a ______________.

a. hypothesis
b. theory
c. question
d. statement


a. hypothesis

In the scientific context, deductive reasoning begins with a hypothesis.

Psychology

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What will be an ideal response?

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Maria follows the rules in the game when she plays with her older sister because her sister refuses to play checkers with her if she doesn't follow the rules. Which stage of moral reasoning is Maria in?

A) punishment and obedience orientation B) individualism, instrumental purpose and exchange C) social contract and individual rights D) social system and conscience

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An advantage of a within-subjects design over a matched-pairs between-subjects design is that:

A. error variance is totally eliminated in the within-subjects design. B. measuring subject characteristics is unnecessary in a within-subjects design. C. in the within-subjects design, it is easier to measure and take into account relevant subject characteristics. D. it is easier to measure and take into account relevant subject characteristics, and error variance is totally eliminated.

Psychology

How do the colors of the rainbow map onto wavelength as measured in nanometers?

What will be an ideal response?

Psychology