Dr. Jones and Dr. Adams are both psychologists who work in the area of bullying. Dr. Jones is interested in how often bullying happens and the factors involved in bullying. Dr. Adams on the other hand, is interested in developing an intervention in helping victims of school bullying, feel better about themselves. Which one of the following statement is true?
A)Dr.Jones' work is best described as insight research; Dr.Adams' work is best described as basic research
B)Dr.Jones' work is best described as applied research; Dr.Adams' work is best described as basic research
C)Dr.Jones' work is best described as basic research; Dr.Adams' work is best described as applied research
D)Dr.Jones' work is best described as applied research; Dr.Adams' work is best described as interaction research
E)Dr.Jones' work is best described as interaction research; Dr.Adams' work is best described as insight research

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Dr. Jones, who focuses on understanding the frequency and factors of bullying, is conducting basic research aimed at gaining more knowledge about bullying. Dr. Adams, who is developing interventions for victims, is conducting applied research, which aims to solve practical problems.

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