Which of the following describes the chain of events involved in creating a theory?
A) Gather data, evaluate results, tentatively accept the theory, and support or refute the hypothesis.
B) Select a theory, create a hypothesis, and evaluate the evidence.
C) Formulate a hypothesis, gather data, evaluate the results, support or refute the hypothesis, and tentatively accept theory.
D) Predict behaviour, evaluate the results, and formulate a hypothesis.

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The process of creating a theory begins with formulating a hypothesis, followed by gathering data and evaluating the results obtained. Depending on the outcomes of the evaluation, the hypothesis might be supported or refuted, and a theory can be tentatively accepted. This theory can be further supported or refuted through additional data gathering and evaluation. Option A is incorrect as it misses the crucial step of formulating a hypothesis. Option B is incorrect as it suggests that a theory is selected rather than constructed. Option D is incorrect as it assumes that prediction happens before hypothesis formulation, which is not the case in empirical research.

Which of the Following Describes the Chain of Events Involved