theory construction and hypotheses Flashcards
1
Q
what is the 2nd criteria?
A
-a theory is a set of general laws or principles that have the ability to explain certain events or behaviours
-there must be a theory constructed from the hypothesis that has been tested
2
Q
what is dedcution?
A
-take a general idea and making it specfic
-if the hypothesis is not confirmed when tested (using objective methods ) then it needs to be reconsidered
- if the predicitons are confirmed then the theory is supported(DEDUCTION)
3
Q
difference between inductive and deduction
A
-inductive- aims to develop a theory
-deduction- testing of a exisitng theory TO DERIVE A NEW HYPOTHESIS