According to Kuhn, a scientific theory is rejected:
A. when a falsifying observation is encountered and publicized.
B. based on a comparison of the theory with the world.
C. anytime it begins to produce severe anomalies.
D. when it produces severe anomalies and an alternative view is available.
E. under no circumstances.
Answer: D
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