Kurt Lewin is quoted as saying, "There is nothing so practical as a good theory." This quote is best interpreted as meaning that __________.
A) hypothesis testing is limited to the quality of the underlying theories
B) to solve difficult social problems, one first needs to understand the underlying theory
C) basic research is more important than application of the research
D) social psychologists should focus on solving world problems

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The quote from Lewin suggests that having a strong theoretical understanding is essential for practical problem-solving. This means that to solve difficult social problems, one needs a good understanding of the underlying theories. The quote does not necessarily suggest that hypothesis testing is limited to the quality of the underlying theories, that basic research is more important than application, or that social psychologists should focus on solving world problems.

Kurt Lewin Is Quoted as Saying, "There Is Nothing So