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yoooooman

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on: Jun 21, 2018
A theory is parsimonious if it
 
  a. can predict behavior accurately.
  b. contains few assumptions.
  c. is testable.
  d. is able to stimulate research.

Question 2

People high in need for achievement prefer tasks of intermediate difficulty because
 
  a. such tasks make them look good to others.
  b. such tasks provide the greatest information about the person's ability.
  c. they fear failing at a task that is too easy.
  d. they know they will be unable to perform a difficult task.


carojassy25

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Reply #1 on: Jun 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

B


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