To become a more sophisticated and critical thinker one should

a. remember that correlation is the same as causation.
b. accept obvious explanations rather than seeking alternatives.
c. avoid being concerned with operational definitions of concepts.
d. consider first how to disprove a theory before seeking confirming evidence.


Answer: d. consider first how to disprove a theory before seeking confirming evidence.

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