Which definition of paradigm is most accurate?
A) A way of linking the naturalistic world to empirical thought
B) The philosophical beliefs by which people in a society think about the world
C) A model that captures the interaction of specific variables within a known concept
D) Encompasses the integration of "wholeness," spirituality, and personal worth into scientific thought

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Correct B: This statement defines a paradigm.
Incorrect A: Paradigms vary for naturalistic and empirical worlds.
Incorrect C: This definition fits positivist approaches to research.
Incorrect D: This response is not a definition of paradigm but may explain a specific paradigm.

Which Definition of Paradigm Is Most Accurate