Multiple Choice
The better empirical tests of theories do all of the following except:
A) they do a good job of measuring the variables derived from the theory
B) they correctly specify the hypotheses about the relationships expected or predicted by the theory
C) they concentrate on one main concept of the theory to be measured
D) they use measures that correctly and reliably reflect the meaning of the concepts in the theory
E) none of the above
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