When there are competing explanations for a finding, the explanation with the fewest assumptions should be preferred. This principle refers to:
A) Occam's razor
B) Parsimony
C) Heuristic value
D) All of the above
E) A and B only

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This principle is specifically known as Occam's razor or parsimony. It does have heuristic value, but that is not the specific term for this principle. Therefore, the answer is A and B only.

When There Are Competing Explanations for a Finding, the Explanation