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What is a theory?
A coherent set of general propositions
What is the purpose of a theory?
To explain observed phenomena
Are theories based on random facts?
No, they are based on general propositions
A theory is a coherent set of general propositions used as principles of explanation of observed phenomena.
True
The purpose of a theory is to confuse the relationships of observed phenomena.
False
Theories are based on random facts without any coherent set of general propositions.
False
Theory is a coherent set of general propositions used as principles of explanation of the apparent relationships of certain observed phenomena.
False
Test your knowledge of the definition of theory with this true or false quiz. Determine whether the given statement accurately describes the nature of theory in the context of observable phenomena.
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