If You Read a Case Study or Testimonial, You Don't

question 82

Multiple Choice

If you read a case study or testimonial, you don't know whether that anecdote is representative. What does that mean?

• A) The anecdote could be a lie.
• B) The anecdote could be about an exceptional person or circumstance rather than a typical one.
• C) The anecdote likely contains psychobabble and misuse of scientific terms.
• D) The anecdote is used as a loophole or escape from the theory being tested.

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Definitions:

Humanism

A philosophical stance that emphasizes the value and agency of human beings, individually and collectively, and generally prefers critical thinking and evidence over established doctrine or faith.

Potential for Good

The inherent capability or possibility within individuals or situations to bring about positive outcomes or benefits.

Innate

Describes characteristics or abilities that are present in an organism from birth, not acquired or learned through experience.

Empirical Method

A way of gaining knowledge through direct and indirect observation or experience.