Even Though It Has Been Suggested That Every Theory Is

question 55

Essay

Even though it has been suggested that every theory is inadequate, why should we still retain our confidence in science?

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Definitions:

Ebbinghaus

Refers to Hermann Ebbinghaus, a psychologist known for his research on memory, specifically the forgetting curve and the spacing effect.

Forgetting Curve

A hypothesized graph showing the decline of memory retention in time, illustrating how information is lost over time when there is no attempt to retain it.

Cornell System

A note-taking system that divides a page into three sections: cues, notes, and summary, to organize information efficiently.

Informal Outline

A rough or unstructured framework guiding the planning and organization of a writing piece or speech.