Current Searches for Extraterrestrial Intelligence Use Radio Telescopes to

question 47

Multiple Choice

Current searches for extraterrestrial intelligence use radio telescopes to

• A) listen to many stars at the same time at one frequency.
• B) listen to many frequencies at the same time.
• C) transmit one frequency to many stars at the same time to get replies in a few minutes.
• D) transmit many frequencies to one star at the same time to get replies in a few minutes.
• E) look for life on Earth.

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Definitions:

Inductive Reasoning

An analytical method where various propositions, assumed to be true or often validated as true, are amalgamated to reach a distinct conclusion.

Intuitive Thought

A cognitive process that creates immediate understanding or knowledge without evident rational thought and inference.

Concrete Reasoning

A form of thinking that is focused on the physical and the now, dealing primarily with observable or tangible facts rather than abstract concepts.

Analytic Thought

A cognitive process that involves breaking down complex information or concepts into smaller, more manageable parts for examination and evaluation.