Ideal vs Real Theories

A set of interconnected statements that describe unobservable structures, mechanisms, or processes (correct)

A set of interconnected statements that describe observable events

A set of interconnected statements that are accepted without being tested

A set of interconnected statements that are supported or refuted by empirical data

The closer a statement is to observable behavior, the more likely it is to be supported by empirical data

The farther a statement is from observable behavior, the less likely it is to be supported by empirical data

The closer a statement is to observable behavior, the less likely it is to be supported by empirical data (correct)

The farther a statement is from observable behavior, the more likely it is to be supported by empirical data

Statements that are supported or refuted by empirical data

Statements that are accepted without being tested (correct)

Statements that are observable but not tested

Statements that describe unobservable structures, mechanisms, or processes

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