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What is a theory?
What is a theory?
- A coherent set of general propositions (correct)
- A collection of random facts
- A set of specific observations
- A single explanation for observed phenomena
What is the purpose of a theory?
What is the purpose of a theory?
- To confuse observers
- To provide specific details of phenomena
- To create new observations
- To explain observed phenomena (correct)
Are theories based on random facts?
Are theories based on random facts?
- Yes, they are based on random facts
- No, they are based on general propositions (correct)
- No, they are based on specific observations
- Yes, they are based on guesses
A theory is a coherent set of general propositions used as principles of explanation of observed phenomena.
A theory is a coherent set of general propositions used as principles of explanation of observed phenomena.
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The purpose of a theory is to confuse the relationships of observed phenomena.
The purpose of a theory is to confuse the relationships of observed phenomena.
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Theories are based on random facts without any coherent set of general propositions.
Theories are based on random facts without any coherent set of general propositions.
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Theory is a coherent set of general propositions used as principles of explanation of the apparent relationships of certain observed phenomena.
Theory is a coherent set of general propositions used as principles of explanation of the apparent relationships of certain observed phenomena.
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