Chapter 1 Concepts
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Which of the following best describes the concept of empiricism in science?

  • It is a clearly defined 'way of knowing' with its own particular 'ground rules.'
  • It is unable to draw conclusions with 100% certainty.
  • It asks questions about the unknown.
  • It involves testing ideas against observable reality. (correct)

    • What is the logic of scientific inquiry?

  • If my hypothesis is testable, then it must be correct.
  • If my observations are accurate, then they will support my hypothesis.
  • If my hypothesis is correct, then it follows that I can expect these certain test results. (correct)
  • If my experiments are set up right, then they will lead to a testable hypothesis.

    • When a scientist's experiment supports a hypothesis, what conclusion should the scientist draw?

  • That the hypothesis is possibly right.
  • That the hypothesis is definitely right. (correct)
  • That the hypothesis is definitely wrong.
  • That the hypothesis needs further testing.

    • What does it mean when we say that science is empirical?

    <p>It involves testing ideas against observable reality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the nature of scientific conclusions?

    <p>Scientific conclusions are based on empirical evidence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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