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What is the main purpose of falsifiability in scientific research?
What is the main purpose of falsifiability in scientific research?
- To confirm existing theories
- To prevent confirmation bias (correct)
- To encourage vague predictions
- To discourage clear, testable predictions
Which field benefits the most from formulating falsifiable hypotheses?
Which field benefits the most from formulating falsifiable hypotheses?
- Astrology
- Psychology
- Literature
- Physics (correct)
In what way may a theory be considered scientifically invalid?
In what way may a theory be considered scientifically invalid?
- If it is complex in nature
- If it has supporting evidence
- If it is not falsifiable (correct)
- If it is widely accepted by researchers
Why is astrology typically not considered a science?
Why is astrology typically not considered a science?
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What does Einstein's Theory of Relativity demonstrate about falsifiability?
What does Einstein's Theory of Relativity demonstrate about falsifiability?
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How does falsifiability guide the methodological approach in research?
How does falsifiability guide the methodological approach in research?
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What sets astronomy apart from astrology in terms of falsifiability?
What sets astronomy apart from astrology in terms of falsifiability?
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Why do scientists aim to construct theories that can be empirically tested?
Why do scientists aim to construct theories that can be empirically tested?
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How does constant testing and re-testing contribute to the scientific process?
How does constant testing and re-testing contribute to the scientific process?
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Why is it important for theories to be potentially falsifiable in empirical sciences?
Why is it important for theories to be potentially falsifiable in empirical sciences?
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