Which of the Most Important Defining Characteristics of a 'Big

Multiple Choice

Which of the most important defining characteristics of a 'big question' in psychology has been missed from the following list: answers to the question would have significant consequences; there is a long tradition of research on the question; the public are interested in it; it has become potentially answerable for the first time due to new methods becoming available; and new data relevant to it are available.

A) It will attract media interest.
B) It is easy to explain to non-psychologists.
C) It provides the underlying basis for a major theoretical breakthrough if answered.
D) It has never been answered.