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natalie2426

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Why is the scientific approach described as self-correcting?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Explain the principle of parsimony.
 
  What will be an ideal response?


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Reply #1 on: Jun 20, 2018
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This term refers to the fact that the scientific approach is a continuous process that includes creative and rational thinking, empirical observations, verification and constant peer evaluation. A single research study is rarely considered sufficient to confirm a finding. A study must always be replicated by other scientists, perhaps using different methods. All conclusions are viewed as tentative and subject to correction if new evidence is presented.

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The principle of parsimony states that simple explanations of relationships among phenomena are preferred over more complex ones. Scientists aim to reduce complex realities to simple explanations. According to the principle of parsimony, if two competing theories explain and predict a phenomenon equally well, the more parsimonius theory is to be preferred.


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