Glossary I

Glossary I

Inductive reasoning refers to reasoning that involves drawing conclusions that are suggested, but not necessarily true; the process of reasoning from specific facts or observations to reach a likely conclusion that may explain the facts

Inductive strength refers to a property of some logical arguments such that it is improbable but not impossible for the premises to be true and the conclusion false.

Inductive thought means thinking in which a general rule or principle is gathered from a series of specific examples; for example, inferring the laws of gravity by observing many falling objects.

Industrial and Organizational psychologists refer to type/kind of psychologists who examine factors that

Industrial Espionage refers to the covert collection of industrial secrets or processes

Industrial Psychology refers to the application of psychological principles to such matters as personnel selection; increasing employee productivity; equipment design; and marketing, advertising, and packaging of products. Münsterberg is often considered the first Industrial Psychologist.

Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology refers to a field that focuses on the psychology of work and on behavior within organizations. Moreover, Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology is defined as: 1. The study of human behavior in the workplace. 2. A branch of psychology that applies the principles of psychology to the workplace.

Industrialization refers to the organization of labor, especially manufacturing, into industries; usually involving mechanization versus hand labor