Scientific Theories in Developmental Sciences Quiz

A collection of facts about a specific area of investigation

A framework of concepts and propositions believed to be true about a specific area of investigation (correct)

A hypothesis that has been proven to be true

A set of beliefs held by a scientist

Limit our understanding of developing individuals

Organize our thinking about different aspects of experience (correct)

Prove the validity of our observations

Ignore specific observations

There is no difference between broad scope theories and limited scope theories

Broad scope theories are more accurate than limited scope theories

Broad scope theories focus on specific issues, while limited scope theories explain the development of global domains

Broad scope theories explain the development of global domains, while limited scope theories focus on specific issues (correct)

<p>They help us to organize our thinking about the aspects of experience that interest us</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By providing us with a lens to interpret specific observations about developing individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers