Which of the following describes the deductive approach to research?
A) A researcher makes some observations and develops a theory based on
These observations.
B) A researcher develops some hypotheses to explain a correlation observed between two variables.
C) A researcher starts with a theory, forms hypotheses, makes observations, and then analyzes the data.
D) A researcher develops some hypotheses that lead to a theory about human behavior.

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The deductive approach to research begins with a theory and then develops hypotheses based on that theory. Observations are then made to test the hypotheses and the data is analyzed to either support or reject the theory.

Which of the Following Describes the Deductive Approach to Research