In their research, scientists tend to focus on empirical questions, which can be answered
a. through either direct or indirect systematic observation.
b. by asking respected experts in a particular subject area.
c. by relying on one's gut feeling and personal knowledge of an area.
d. through logical thinking and reasoning.
Question 2
Recall the case of Clever Hans, the horse that was reported to have the ability to solve mathematical problems.
Investigators determined that if blinders were used during questioning, or if the questioner did not provide subtle bodily cues, Hans could no longer provide the correct answers. This type of systematic observation is a good example of using __________ as a process in fixing beliefs.
a. empiricism
b. authority
c. intuition
d. rationalism
The U.S. Long-Term Ecological Research (LTER) network.
Myopia (nearsightedness). In the uncorrected top figure, the image comes into focus in front of the
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