Which of the Following Statements About Skepticism Is Correct

question 241

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about skepticism is correct?

• A) Skepticism about a claim is generally unnecessary if the person making the claim is an authority on the topic.
• B) Skepticism in science is the willingness to accept an idea without empirical evidence.
• C) Skepticism means always refusing to believe the claims of authorities in the field.
• D) Good scientists must balance skepticism and openness to new ideas.

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