Recall the case of "Clever Hans," the horse that was reported to have the ability to solve mathematical problems

Investigators determined that if blinders were used during questioning, or if the questioner did not provide subtle bodily cues, Hans could no longer provide the correct answers. This type of systematic observation is a good example of using __________ as a process in fixing beliefs.

a. empiricism
b. authority
c. intuition
d. rationalism


a

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