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The Importance of Scientific Research

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What distinguishes scientific research from other methods of understanding behavior?

It focuses solely on mental processes.

It relies on intuition and personal experience.

It is grounded in objective, tangible evidence. (correct)

It relies on authority and blind luck.

What is the main goal of all scientists according to the text?

To ignore systematic research.

To rely on intuition.

To better understand the world. (correct)

To perpetuate preconceived notions.

How does scientific knowledge differ from other forms of knowledge?

It relies on blind faith.

It is empirical and grounded in observable evidence. (correct)

It is based on possession.

It is based solely on superstitions.

Why is systematic scientific research essential, according to the text?

To divest ourselves of preconceived notions and gain an objective understanding. Signup and view all the answers

In what way does scientific research help dispel superstitions and preconceived notions?

By grounding claims in evidence rather than intuition or authority. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of behavior does psychology primarily focus on?

Behavior, cognitive, and physiological processes. Signup and view all the answers

What is a challenge when trying to determine the reason for someone's behavior, as mentioned in the text?

The unwillingness of the individual to answer questions Signup and view all the answers

Why might it be difficult to determine which theories are accepted in the scientific community, according to the text?

The presence of contradictory studies Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the findings of the studies on technology mentioned in the text?

One study found positive impacts while the other found negative impacts Signup and view all the answers

Why should individuals strive to think critically about the information they encounter, according to the text?

To exercise a degree of healthy skepticism Signup and view all the answers

Which group is mentioned as being unable to explain why they are crying in the text?

Infants Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about reaching a consensus within the scientific community from the text?

It may take a significant amount of time before a consensus emerges Signup and view all the answers