Why is it important to know how the facts supporting a claim were derived?
a) Psychologists do not use scientific research methods.
b) Psychologists prefer casual observation over research.
c) Psychologists prefer research over casual observation.
d) The method used to derive facts is not important because any method can be the basis for cause-and-effect statements.
C
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Andrew is a normal-looking 5-year-old boy who is having
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a. if their parents do not smoke. b. if they were premature or low birth weight babies. c. in the summer months. d. while sleeping on their backs.