Author Question: How is a model related to a concept or concepts? a. A model tests conceptual theories. b. A ... (Read 122 times)

chads108 · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

How is a model related to a concept or concepts?

a. A model tests conceptual theories.
b. A concept defines the purpose of a model.
c. Relationships between or among concepts are demonstrated in a model.
d. Concepts generate the theoretical basis for knowledge depicted in a model.

Question 2

A graphic or symbolic representation of a phenomenon not directly observable, which allows the reader to visualize key constructs and their interrelationships, is called what?

a. A concept
b. A conceptual definition
c. An operational definition
d. A model

dreamfighter72 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

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A A model does not test theories.
B A concept does not define a model.
C A model allows the reader to visualize the key concepts and their identified interrelationships.
D Concepts do not generate theory for knowledge depicted in a model.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D

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A A concept is an image or symbolic representation of an abstract idea that can be concrete (e.g., weight) or abstract (e.g., hope).
B A conceptual framework defines or explains the concept as it is rooted in the theoretical literature.
C The operational definition specifies how a concept will be measured.
D A model is a graphic or symbolic representation of a phenomenon that allows a reader to visualize the key concepts/constructs and their identified interrelationships.