A psychologist who takes an eclectic approach is most likely to make which of the following statements?
A) "The beauty of an eclectic approach is that it requires one to integrate many ideas into one, synthesized viewpoint."
B) "I will accept any explanation from psychoanalytic to biological as long as it works."
C) "Clinical practice that is not guided by a theoretical rationale is guaranteed to be ineffective."
D) "With the pace of discovery in science increasing, it is necessary to have one consistent approach to one's research."

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An eclectic approach involves using a variety of theories and methods, accepting any explanation that works, regardless of its theoretical origin.

A Psychologist Who Takes an Eclectic Approach Is Most Likely