Which of the following is an example of a psychologist's attempt to understand behavior?
A) conducting an experiment to test a theory about teenage sexual behavior
B) determining whether a job applicant is likely to perform well on the job
C) implementing a curriculum shown to reduce high school dropout rates
D) surveying college students about their drinking habits

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Conducting an experiment to test a theory about teenage sexual behavior involves an attempt to understand behavior through scientific inquiry, which is a key characteristic of psychology. The other choices involve practical applications of psychological findings, but do not necessarily involve attempts to understand behavior.

Which of the Following Is an Example of a Psychologist's