A scientist is interested in the processes of cognitive change during childhood and decides to see how many words children of various ages can remember after one exposure to a list of words. What type of research is this scientist conducting?

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Marco Mccullough

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30 October, 16:13

A scientist is interested in the processes of cognitive change during childhood and decides to see how many words children of various ages can remember after one exposure to a list of words. What type of research is this scientist conducting?

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Lola Hartman · Answer 1

Theoretical Research is the correct answer.

Differently from the Empirical Research, Theoretical Research takes place when the scientist decides to explore or discuss the research object on the basis of a system of beliefs or assumptions. They do not contain experimental data nor develop knowledge based on real experiences.