Podcast
Questions and Answers
What is the method where beliefs are formed by believing what seems reasonable?
What is the method where beliefs are formed by believing what seems reasonable?
- Authority
- A-priori methods (correct)
- Experience
- Tenacity
Which belief formation approach results in bigotry according to the text?
Which belief formation approach results in bigotry according to the text?
- Scientific method
- Authority
- Tenacity (correct)
- A-priori methods
What is a key feature of the scientific method when forming beliefs?
What is a key feature of the scientific method when forming beliefs?
- Beliefs based on faith
- Haphazard observation
- Systematic observation (correct)
- Selective observation
Which method in psychology aims to connect two variables to predict outcomes?
Which method in psychology aims to connect two variables to predict outcomes?
Why is science considered self-correcting?
Why is science considered self-correcting?
What type of belief formation relies on taking things on faith without requiring knowledge?
What type of belief formation relies on taking things on faith without requiring knowledge?
What is the main purpose of theories in scientific research?
What is the main purpose of theories in scientific research?
According to Popper's falsification approach, why is it important to falsify incorrect theories?
According to Popper's falsification approach, why is it important to falsify incorrect theories?
Which type of theorist focuses on understanding a few great problems and sticking to the same approach?
Which type of theorist focuses on understanding a few great problems and sticking to the same approach?
What do intervening variables do in the context of scientific research?
What do intervening variables do in the context of scientific research?
What is the process of induction in scientific research?
What is the process of induction in scientific research?
How does Martin define a theory?
How does Martin define a theory?
Flashcards are hidden until you start studying
