Concept of Theory Flashcards

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Is a set of related assumptions that allows scientists to use logical deductive reasoning to formulate testable hypothesis.

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Theory

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A single assumption can never fill all the requirements of an adequate theory.

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A theory is a set of assumptions

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Isolated assumptions can neither generate meaningful hypotheses or possess internal consistency.

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A theory is a set of related assumptions

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4
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Two criteria of a useful theory.

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Meaningful hypotheses and internal consistency

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5
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Components of a theory are not proven facts in the sense that their validity has been absolutely established.

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Keyword - assumptions

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6
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Is used by the researcher to formulate hypotheses.

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Logical deductive reasoning

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7
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Can be rejected or proven

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Testable

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8
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What are the concepts of theory?

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  1. A theory is a set of assumptions.
  2. A theory is a set of RELATED assumptions.
  3. Keyword - assumptions
  4. Logical deductive reasoning
  5. Testable
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