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The most important difference between science and other disciplines such as art, philosophy, and religion is that the value of _____ has a central role in science, but not in the other disciplines.
 
  a. objectivity c. logic
  b. empiricism d. creativity

Question 2

Which of the four values of scientists does the author of your textbook compare to enjoying puzzle solving?
 
  a. curiosity c. organization
  b. empiricism d. determinism



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Answer to Question 1

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Scientists insist that we verify our logical assumptions and deductions via observations of reality. This is known as empiricism.

Answer to Question 2

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We solve puzzles because we are curious about the solution. Curiosity also involves a desire to know more about things (things that may be puzzling to us at present).





 

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