The Principle of Falsifiability Means That

question 25

Multiple Choice

The principle of falsifiability means that:

• A) scientists must be careful not to falsify their results.
• B) all theories will eventually be shown to be false.
• C) a scientist must state an idea in such a way that it can be refuted or disproved by counterevidence.
• D) theories that have not been proven are considered false.

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