One Explanation for Why People Are Drawn to Pseudoscience or to Specific

question 64

Multiple Choice

One explanation for why people are drawn to pseudoscience or to specific pseudoscientific beliefs is that many people, including scientists,

• A) are experiential thinkers.
• B) lack training in rational thought processes.
• C) prefer to ignore scientific research and develop their own conclusions.
• D) are eager to make sense of the endless information streaming around them.

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Definitions:

Defining Task

A task or activity that is crucial in determining or clarifying the nature, scope, or identity of a project or goal.

John Holland's Model

A theory of career and vocational choice based upon personality types, suggesting that people are more satisfied and productive if their work environments match their personal orientations.

High-Stress Activity

Tasks or situations that induce a high level of stress, often requiring significant mental or physical effort to manage.

Artistic Individuals

Artistic individuals are those who express themselves creatively through various forms of art such as painting, music, writing, or dance, often demonstrating a high level of imagination and sensitivity.