PSY1SFP - WEEK 2 PART 1

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According to the provided text, what is the implication of new theories, methods, and/or data on our current understanding?

They may challenge our current understanding and potentially prove it wrong. (correct)
They confirm our existing knowledge and reinforce our current understanding.
They only provide additional evidence to support our current understanding.
They are irrelevant to our current understanding and have no impact.

What is the significance of Harvey's proposal of circulation in the context of Kuhn's theory?

It is an irrelevant historical footnote with no impact on the development of scientific knowledge.
It marks a scientific revolution, overthrowing existing theories and establishing a new paradigm.
It represents a normal science paradigm, where existing theories are refined and supported.
It is an anomaly that challenges the existing understanding of the human body. (correct)

What is the implication of the historical examples of autism, schizophrenia, and homosexuality being misclassified as mental disorders?

They illustrate the potential for paradigm shifts and the need for ongoing critical evaluation of scientific knowledge. (correct)
They demonstrate the infallibility of scientific knowledge and the accuracy of diagnostic tools.
They are isolated incidents with no relevance to the broader development of scientific knowledge.
They are examples of normal science, where existing theories are refined and supported.

What is a characteristic of a new paradigm that emerges after a crisis?

It explains observations and resolves anomalies better than the old paradigm (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of anomalies in Kuhn's theory of paradigm shifts?

Anomalies are the driving force behind the emergence of a new paradigm (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the limited sample size in the study of brain structure and cognitive function?

It limits the generalizability of the findings and may not be representative of the broader population. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the nature of 'normal science' in Kuhn's theory?

It is a period of testing and supporting/refuting hypotheses (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of Henrich et al.'s paper on the field of psychology?

It argues that psychology is WEIRD, suggesting that the field's findings may not be generalizable to other cultures. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of a scientific revolution in Kuhn's theory?

The acceptance of a new paradigm as the dominant framework (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key characteristic of a scientific community according to Kuhn?

A community that is unified under a single dominant paradigm (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of 'normal science' according to Kuhn's theory?

It often suppresses fundamental novelties because they are subversive of its basic commitments (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome when anomalies in a paradigm are sufficiently numerous or serious to undermine the assumptions of the paradigm?

A scientific revolution resulting in a paradigm shift (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of anomalies in Kuhn's theory of paradigm shifts?

They serve as a catalyst for scientific revolutions and paradigm shifts (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used by Kuhn to describe the period of scientific inquiry characterized by multiple competing theories and a lack of consensus?

Extraordinary science (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome when the anomalies in a paradigm are resolved and the assumptions of the paradigm are maintained?

A return to normal science (B) Signup and view all the answers

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