Christia is in the process of developing a research idea.She currently is reviewing various _____,which consists of explanatory principles for the phenomenon of interest.
A)correlational studies
B)dependent variables
C)hypotheses
D)theories

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Theories consist of explanatory principles for a particular phenomenon, which would be relevant for Christia in developing her research idea. Correlational studies and dependent variables are more specific aspects of research design and may not be as relevant at this stage of developing a research idea. Hypotheses may be generated from theories but are not the same as theories themselves.

Christia Is in the Process of Developing a Research Idea