A neuropsychologist investigating the hypothesis that low-level lead absorption causes behavior deficits in children would be an example of using psychological testing for__________ .
A) research
B) self-knowledge
C) program evaluation
D) diagnosis and treatment

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The neuropsychologist is conducting a study to investigate a hypothesis about the effects of lead absorption on behavior, which is a research activity. Psychological testing in this context is used to gather data to support or refute the hypothesis, characteristic of research purposes.

A Neuropsychologist Investigating the Hypothesis That Low-Level Lead Absorption Causes