Good theories are constructed in a way that makes it logically possible to prove them wrong. This idea is better known as ______.

A. a spurious relationship
B. a negative correlation
C. the principle of falsification
D. validity


Ans: C

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A. Based on protection B. Based on kinship or tribe C. Could create a surplus of goods D. Engaged in contemplative activities

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In his book, The Structure of Scientific Revolutions, Thomas Kuhn argued that ______.

A. during periods of normal science, scientists operate within an existing paradigm B. science advances by a steady accumulation of knowledge C. governments must intervene in scientific disputes in order to advance knowledge for practical purposes D. after all is said and done, there is no "structure" to scientific revolutions

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Discuss, with an example of each, the issues that can arise when conducting research —objectivity and bias, overstating results, and professional ethics. Explain how universities try to limit some of these problems

Please provide the best answer for the statement.

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Which of the following would be an example of an organization?

A. a family B. a friend group C. a party gathering D. a military unit

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