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Science and Scientific Research: Chapter 1

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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?

Astrology

Psychology

Literature

Physics (correct)

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?

Its predictions are vague and not rigorously testable Signup and view all the answers

What does Einstein's Theory of Relativity demonstrate about falsifiability?

The theory made specific predictions that could be tested Signup and view all the answers

How does falsifiability guide the methodological approach in research?

By promoting the formulation of clear, testable predictions Signup and view all the answers

What sets astronomy apart from astrology in terms of falsifiability?

Astronomy provides specific predictions that can be tested Signup and view all the answers

Why do scientists aim to construct theories that can be empirically tested?

To ensure their theories are falsifiable and scientifically valid Signup and view all the answers

How does constant testing and re-testing contribute to the scientific process?

By ensuring robust and rigorous scientific processes Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for theories to be potentially falsifiable in empirical sciences?

To enable testing and potential disproval of hypotheses Signup and view all the answers