Zipf's Law and Human Behavior Quiz

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What does the text suggest is an assumption for the success of an approach that uses clustering?

  • A random selection process
  • An underlying universal matching method (correct)
  • A complex algorithm
  • A variety of clustering techniques

What is described as a 'curious case study' in the text?

  • The research on human behavior
  • Zipf's observation (correct)
  • The use of clustering
  • The work of other researchers

What do Zipf's books tend to be in terms of their readership?

  • Obscure and rarely cited
  • Widely cited but not widely read (correct)
  • Popular among researchers only
  • Widely read and cited

What does Zipf use as an example in his book 'Human Behavior and the Principle of Least Effort' to illustrate his observation?

<p>Languages and word frequencies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text caution against regarding scientific research?

<p>Acceptance of poor science erodes the perceived need for responsible research (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What lesson does the text emphasize regarding researchers' behavior?

<p>Always ask skeptical questions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between an observation and a tested hypothesis?

<p>An observation is based on data, whereas a tested hypothesis relies on predictions confirmed by data. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it recommended that experiments and hypotheses should be blind?

<p>To prevent bias and ensure the experiment provides genuine confirmation. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What principle suggests choosing a simpler explanation over a complex one?

<p>Occam's razor (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one key component of a strong research paper according to the text?

<p>Precise and interesting hypothesis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of assembling supporting evidence in research?

<p>To validate or at least not falsify the hypothesis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the text emphasize constructing arguments related to evidence in presenting hypotheses?

<p>To establish a clear logical connection between the hypothesis and the evidence (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of identifying potential problems and addressing them in a research paper?

<p>To acknowledge the limitations of the research (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for a research paper to have convincing evidence according to the text?

<p>To persuade readers to make informed decisions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does skepticism play in evaluating a research paper according to the text?

<p>It ensures that readers critically assess the work (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does a researcher use evidence to persuade readers in a research paper?

<p>By presenting objective evidence and supporting explanations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should a researcher carefully explain potential problems in a research paper?

<p>To clarify limitations and explain why certain aspects are not universally applicable (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason given in the text for ensuring that a research paper has enough convincing data?

<p>To persuade readers to be critical and skeptical (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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