Gall's Proposal That Bumps on the Skull Correspond to Specific

question 44

Multiple Choice

Gall's proposal that bumps on the skull correspond to specific mental abilities was called:

• A) instinct
• B) depression
• C) situational factors
• D) phrenology

Understand the criteria used to evaluate empirical arguments, including the tests of relevance, truthfulness of the premises, and logical strength.

Recognize the role of statistical analysis and scientific research design in empirical reasoning.

Appreciate the responsibilities of scientific investigators in analyzing data, critiquing findings, and formulating hypotheses.

Understand the process and importance of empirical reasoning in scientific inquiry.

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Definitions:

Proof of Guilt

The evidence and argument required in a legal proceeding to establish the defendant's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

Criminal Law

The branch of law dealing with crimes and their punishment.

Preponderance

The standard of evidence required in most civil cases, whereby the greater weight of the evidence must support the claims of one side over the other.

Roscoe Pound

An influential legal scholar and educator in the early 20th century, known for his contributions to the sociological jurisprudence movement.