Which of the Following Statements Concerning Extrapolations Is False

question 196

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning extrapolations is false?

• A) extrapolation is a normal process
• B) extrapolation occurs when an effect is estimated by extending beyond some known values or conditions
• C) appropriate extrapolations are often speculations drawn from loosely related data
• D) appropriate extrapolations are often plausible predictions drawn from directly relevant data

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Definitions:

Attitude

A settled way of thinking or feeling about something, typically reflected in a person's behavior.

Groupthink

A mental effect experienced by a collective, where the pursuit of agreement or uniformity among members leads to choices that are illogical or not functional.

Components

Fundamental parts or elements that make up a system or compound.

Attitude

A psychological tendency expressed by evaluating a particular entity with some degree of favor or disfavor.