The scientific meaning of the term "theory" is

A. valid only if the theory can be proven.
B. grounded in data from prior research.
C. "just an idea" even if there are numerous hypotheses that support it.
D. essentially the same as a hypothesis.


Answer: B

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An advantage of survey research is that

a. it allows you to get in-depth information. c. it allows you to work in a lab. b. it allows you to have a large sample size. d. it is less subject to volunteer bias.

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Henry takes the opportunity to teach the child a new strategy for learning and speaking the word. Which approach to reading is Mr. Henry using? A) Vygotsky's zone of cognition approach B) The balanced approach C) Piaget's formal operational approach D) Signet's insightful phonics approach

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Explain what is meant by stability of attachment. Summarize the factors and the research findings that contribute to stability of attachment

What will be an ideal response?

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