Because those with "blindsight" report that they can see
nothing but still do better than chance on tests of visual stimuli, some theorized that there was a paranormal explanation for their test results. Another hypothesis is that there are alternate brain pathways for visual information in addition to just the activation of the primary visual cortex. This alternate hypothesis demonstrates which principle of critical thinking?
A) Extraordinary claims
B) Occam's Razor
C) Replicability
D) Correlation vs. causation
Answer: B
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