Which of the following statements about theory is not true?
a. The development of theory is one of the primary functions of science.
b. The scientist is engaged in the use, modification, and/or creation oftheory
c. Because human nature is so simplistic, it is easier to develop soundtheories of human behavior than to predict occurrences in thephysical world.
d. The scientist begins with a set of ideas that direct the effort and with agoal that entails the development of testing of theory.
C
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A. Tell Theo that monsters are not real and that as he gets bigger, he'll realize that. B. Acknowledge Theo's fear. Help him come up with a way to "ward off" any monsters he encounters. C. Tell Theo that monsters are really harmless and read a book to him about a "good" monster. D. Tell Theo that you thought that when you were a child, too, and that it didn't happen.
Which educational philosopher and professor is considered the 20th century’s most influential educator?
A. Mortimer Adler B. William Bagley C. John Dewey D. Charles Eliot
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a. observational decision making b. optimal thinking c. data-based decision making d. problem solving approach
When interviewing applicants, directors should NOT ask:
a. What are your biggest strengths? b. Do you have any children? c. What are you professional goals? d. Why did you leave your last job?