Scientific Theories in Developmental Sciences Quiz
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What is the basis of all scientific theories?

  • They are widely accepted in the scientific community
  • They are based on empirical evidence
  • They explain natural phenomena
  • They help us to organize our thinking about the aspects of experience that interest us (correct)

    • What is the scope of some theories in the developmental sciences?

  • They focus on specific issues only
  • They seek to explain the development of global domains (correct)
  • They provide a lens through which we can interpret our observations
  • They help in organizing our thinking

    • In the developmental sciences, what do theories provide us with?

  • A way to organize our thinking about the aspects of experience
  • A set of concepts and propositions believed to be true by a scientist
  • A broad scope to explain the development of global domains
  • A lens through which we can interpret specific observations (correct)

    • What is a scientific theory?

    <p>A set of concepts and propositions believed to be true by a scientist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a limited theory in the developmental sciences?

    <p>The impact of sports participation on women's self-esteem</p> Signup and view all the answers

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