11 Questions
Why is a good theory important?
Because it guides us to interesting questions
What does a good theory address?
Causal relationships
Which of the following is NOT one of the 4 goals of Science as mentioned in the text?
Understanding
Why can't induction always lead to a theory being preferred?
We can't observe everything through induction
In scientific speech, what is the primary role of theories?
To establish relationships between different concepts
What makes a theory observable and falsifiable?
Being general and applicable to different domains
Why is deduction more commonly used in reasoning than induction?
Induction starts from theory, which is more efficient
What influences behavioral intentions in the Theory of Planned Behavior?
Subjective norms and perceived behavior control
Why is the Theory of Planned Behavior considered to have strong predictive power?
Because it explains behaviors with precision
What is the main downside mentioned in the text regarding the Theory of Planned Behavior?
It overestimates outcomes
What is the primary purpose of a theory, as described in the text?
To inform the relationship between different concepts clearly and precisely
Test your knowledge on the goals of science, concept definitions, and the difference between everyday speech and scientific language. Explore topics such as exploration, explanation, prediction, and control theory.
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