Two students are discussing their teacher's inability to remember student names.One attributes the inability to a poor memory,but the other believes it is due to a lack of motivation.How should researchers judge which of the two explanations is best?

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The best way to judge which explanation is best is to determine how well each explanation predicts behavior in new situations. This involves testing each explanation and seeing which one consistently explains why the teacher forgets student names in diverse settings. This approach would allow researchers to identify the most accurate explanation and rule out alternative hypotheses.

Two Students Are Discussing Their Teacher's Inability to Remember Student