Theresa is going to conduct a study as part of her honours thesis for her psychology degree.What will her first step be if she follows the steps associated with the scientific method

A)  develop a theory 
B)  formulate a testable hypothesis 
C)  select the research method and design the study 
D)  collect the data

Scientific Method

a systematic approach to research and experiment that involves observation, hypothesis formation, experimentation, and the analysis of data to reach conclusions.

Testable Hypothesis

A statement that makes a specific prediction that can be verified or falsified through experimentation or observation.

Research Method

The systematic approach, technique, or way of planning and conducting scientific investigations in any given field of study.