Which of the following is not a requirement for an idea to qualify as a psychological theory?
a. It provides an explanation of a group of psychological phenomena or facts.
b. It can be used to make predictions about future or coexisting psychological phenomena.
c. The accuracy of its predictions can be tested.
d. The accuracy of its predictions has been proved.
e. It furthers our comprehension of psychological phenomena and guides action in relevant situations.
Answer: d
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