Give an example of a claim of service effectiveness that is based on pseudoscience.
What will be an ideal response?
Ans: Using information that look scientific (like charts and tables) but is not based on science. Reliance on anecdotal evidence or exaggerated claims that suggest this is close to being a miracle.
Learning Objective: 1-3: Distinguish between science and pseudoscience.
Cognitive Domain: Comprehension
Answer Location: Pseudoscience as an Alternative to Science
Difficulty Level: Medium
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