Which of the following best reflects psychology's goal of prediction?
A) Researchers have developed a test that shows which individuals are likely to develop Alzheimer's disease.
B) Researchers have examined hundreds of cases of dissociative identity disorder (multiple personality) in order to provide a clear picture of the disorder.
C) Researchers have studied how smoking habits develop so that they may develop techniques to prevent teenagers from starting the habit.
D) Researchers have identified a gene involved in many cases of obesity.

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Prediction in psychology involves identifying factors that indicate the likelihood of a future behavior or condition. Developing a test to show which individuals are likely to develop Alzheimer's disease is an example of prediction.

Which of the Following Best Reflects Psychology's Goal of Prediction