World of Ordinary Life vs. World of Science Quiz

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What is the primary function of knowledge in everyday life according to the text?

To commit to a moral contract
To generate truthful descriptions of the world
To enable effective coping with daily tasks (correct)
To pursue the most valid findings

Which of the following best characterizes the aim of science as described in the text?

Committing to a moral contract
Believing something unless proven wrong
Pursuing the most valid findings
Generating truthful descriptions and explanations of the world (correct)

What is the key commitment that scientists make according to the text?

Commitment to lay knowledge
Generating results and findings as valid as possible (correct)
Believe something unless proven wrong
Pursuing absolute truth

How is rationality defined in the context of science?

Assessment of judgment for accepting or rejecting scientific claims (D) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes objectivity in science according to the text?

Using certain methods to produce high-quality results (D) Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the notion of 'fit' with the world in science as opposed to 'absolute truth'?

Adapting to the world without seeking absolute truth (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between ordinary knowledge and scientific knowledge?

The truthfulness of knowledge (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which category does the world of science fall under according to the text?

The world of scientific knowledge (A) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the text, what does Metascience primarily focus on?

Reflecting on scientific practice (D) Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the world of everyday life and lay knowledge?

It is subjective and lacks objectivity (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which term best describes the pursuit of truth and objectivity in science?

Rationality (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does rationality in science differ from rationality in everyday life?

In science, rationality seeks objective truth (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one key difference between ordinary knowledge and scientific knowledge?

Ordinary knowledge is based on personal authority, while scientific knowledge is a collective experience of the scientific community. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What must be done before Industrial Psychology can make an impact, according to the text?

It must accept 'facts' that have been tested through the research process. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does understanding complex employee behavior differ between ordinary and scientific knowledge?

Ordinary knowledge is unsystematic, while scientific knowledge explains behavior as a network of complex relationships. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential requirement for practicing Industrial Psychology effectively?

Following a scientific approach by validating the impact of diagnoses, advice, and interventions. (B) Signup and view all the answers

In which type of knowledge is personal experience the basis for understanding?

Ordinary knowledge (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Industrial Psychologists in explaining employee behavior?

Validly explaining behavior by following a scientific approach (B) Signup and view all the answers