If We Explain the Reason That a Mother Cat Licks

question 52

Multiple Choice

If we explain the reason that a mother cat licks and cleans her kittens of the fluids that cover them when they are born by saying that the fluids tastes good, which is probably the simplest explanation, we are addressing which aspect of science?

• A) Parsimony
• B) Self-correcting nature
• C) Progessive nature
• D) Concern with theory

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Definitions:

Random Number Range

The interval within which random numbers can be generated, used in simulations and probabilistic models to represent unpredictable variables.

Monte Carlo Analysis

A computational algorithm that uses random sampling to obtain numerical results, typically used to solve problems that might be deterministic in principle.

Average Lead Time

The typical amount of time taken from the moment an order is placed until it is received, reflecting supply chain efficiency.

Poisson Distribution

A statistical distribution that expresses the probability of a given number of events occurring in a fixed interval of time or space.