Reynolds, Paul Davidson.

A primer in theory construction / Paul Davidson Reynolds. - Allyn and Bacon Classics ed. - Boston : Pearson/AandB, 1971, c2007 - xiii, 191 p. : ill. ; 23 cm. - Allyn and Bacon classics .

Originally published: Indianapolis : Bobbs-Merrill, 1971. "Complete text of the original copyright 1971 version, with new typography and page design"--P. 4 of cover.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 177-181) and indexes.

1. Introduction - 2. The Idea - 3. Concepts - 4. Statements - 5. Forms of theories - 6. Testing theories - 7. Strategies for developing a scientific body of knowledge - 8. Conclusion.

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Social sciences.

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