Identify and briefly discuss the characteristics of a good theory
What will be an ideal response?
Generally, a good theory explains and predicts behavior. In addition, the following questions should be answered affirmatively: (1) Is the theory stimulating? (2) Is the theory parsimonious? (3) Does the theory feel reasonable or sensible? Finally, a theory should not be based on too narrow a set of information.
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a. anorexia nervosa. b. bulimia nervosa. c. body mass index nervosa. d. pica.
The ability to generate solutions that other people tend not to generate is called _____ intelligence.
A) analytic B) creative C) practical D) crystallized
Kevin spent a lot of time taking care of his pet snake, including preparing the snake's food, mice from the local pet store. Kevin's pet snake could be best classified as a(n) ______.
A. carnivore B. herbivore C. omnivore D. opportunistic eater
Endocrine glands are glands that secrete ______
a. excitory neurotransmitters b. inhibitory neurotransmitters c. hormones d. enzymes