What is meant by the term ‘parsimony’?

A. Simpler explanations of a phenomenon are preferred to complex explanations.
B. As more variables are identified, the model becomes more informed.
C. Complex explanations of a phenomenon are more accurate.
D. Simpler explanations have insufficient power.


Answer: A

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