It is difficult to prove a theory correct because:
A. theories usually have mechanisms built into them to prevent them from being proven correct.
B. a theory is a general statement and it is a logical fallacy to try to prove a general statement correct.
C. at the present time our experimental techniques are too crude to provide the ultimate test of a theory.
D. None of the answers is correct.
Answer: B
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