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soccerdreamer_17

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When a theory predicts an observation and the observation is confirmed through experimentation, the theory is supported
 
  A) inductively.
  B) deductively.
  C) with absolute certainty.
  D) weakly.

Question 2

If a theory predicts an observation and the observation is disconfirmed then the theory on logical grounds is false. This logical sequence is based on
 
  A) incorrect reasoning.
  B) deductive inference.
  C) inductive inference.
  D) the law of inverse logic.


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mistyjohnson

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Reply #1 on: Jun 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

B


soccerdreamer_17

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Reply 2 on: Jun 19, 2018
Wow, this really help

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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