Theory Construction

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    • What is a Theory?
      A set of laws that can explain particular events or behaviours
    • What is meant by Induction?
      Observing events or behaviours and looking for patterns. Based on these patterns they come up with and test hypothesis. Then come up with a theory
    • What is meant by Deduction?
      Researcher starts with a theory. Based on this hypothesis made. If hypothesis are not shown to be incorrect then the theory is confirmed