1. Using your background knowledge, a) devise a competing theory for the one listed, b) apply the criteria of adequacy (via the chart) to both of them, and c) indicate which theory is most plausible.

Phenomenon: Julie and Jim (who have been married for three years) are having an argument. Julie claims that Jim isnt listening to her and asks him to repeat what shes just said. He doesnt even come close to what she actually said. Shes furious. But he accurately predicts what she will say next, nearly word-for-word. Theory: Jim and Julie have had this same argument before.