The scientific method involves five basic steps: ____
a. observe the environment; generate a theory of the phenomenon to be studied; generate possible hypotheses; systematically vary variables; and conduct an experiment
b. collect data to test a theory; manipulate variables within a laboratory setting; conduct a statistical analysis of the data; synthesize the results; and publish the findings
c. identify a question to be investigated; form a hypothesis; choose a research method and a research design; collect data to test the hypothesis; and draw conclusions that lead to new questions and hypotheses
d. generate a conclusion; isolate variables; determine how variables are related to the conclusion; conduct the research study; and published the findings
C
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a. studying unusual conditions b. verifying the effectiveness of therapies c. validating correlations established in the laboratory d. establishing the borderline between normal and abnormal behaviors
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Situational inconsistencies in qualities of one's self become noticeable during the ____ age level
a. adolescent b. grade school/middle childhood c. preschool/early childhood d. toddlerhood
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A. below. B. above. C. the side. D. behind.