Olivia is a psychologist. She wants to use the scientific method to systematically acquire knowledge and understanding about behavior. With which of the following steps should she start?
Multiple Choice
formulating an explanation
identifying questions of interest for research based on prior research findings
communicating her findings
carrying out research designed to support or refute the explanation

B). Identifying questions of interest for research based on prior research findings.

Explanation:

The scientific method begins with the identification of a problem followed by a definition of the purpose of the study which helps in the formulation of the hypothesis. This stage is immediately followed by the gathering of data for testing the validity of the hypothesis through analysis and reaching a worthy deduction.

As per this description, Since Olivia has formed the hypothesis and defined the purpose of her study, she must 'prepare the questions of interest for research based on prior research findings' now for the collection of data for analysis and examination of the validity of the hypothesis and making the deduction. Thus, option B is the correct answer.