Question

49. A theory:
(A) Is an accumulated body of knowledge
(B) Includes inconsequential ideas
(C) Is independent of research methodology
(D) Should be viewed uncritically​

Answer 1

Answer:

A

Explanation:

Because its basic definition is " a system of ideas intended to explain something ,especially one based on general principles independent of the thing to be explained.

Answer 2

Answer:

A theory (A) is an accumulated body of knowledge.

Explanation:

• A theory is a system of ideas or knowledge expressed with general principles which is written by an acknowledged expert.
• Theory represents ideas or mechanisms that should be critically viewed and then accepted or it should be rejected when incompatible in terms of logic.
• It indicates 'state of the art' terms and innovations.
• It is a significant body of work where misleading or inconsequential ideas can be filtered leading to factual knowledge.
• A plan of work combines interest and intellectual stimulation.
• It guides the flow of research methodologies.

• Examples of theory -

1. Cell theory of life
2. Evolutionary theory
3. Big bang theory
4. Kinetic theory of gasses
5. Quantum field theory