Mbongeni Has Never Seen a "Germ," and He Also Hasn't

question 133

Multiple Choice

Mbongeni has never seen a "germ," and he also hasn't read any of the medical research supporting germ theory. Since he doesn't have any medical education, he likely wouldn't be able to make sense of the literature if he read it. However, Mbongeni believes that if he catches a cold, it is because of a germ. Mbongeni is relying on _____ to understand how colds happen.

• A) an existential perspective
• B) confirmation bias
• C) cultural knowledge
• D) the scientific method

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Definitions:

Light And Shadow

The use of lighting and shadows to create visual depth and dimension or to convey mood and atmosphere.

Linear Perspective

A depth cue that refers to the way parallel lines appear to converge as they recede into the distance.

Monocular

Relating to or involving only one eye.

Pictorial Depth

The aspect of visual perception that allows the observer to perceive depth and three-dimensional structure in two-dimensional images.