Which of the following is NOT true about the basic assumptions of science?
A) We often do not know if the assumptions we make are true.
B) The scientist treats the assumption as if it were true in order to proceed with further investigation.
C) Some assumptions are shared by all scientists regardless of their discipline.
D) There is now evidence to prove the truth of these assumptions.
Answer: D
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