According to the Consensus Among Those Scientists Who Have Studied

question 23

Multiple Choice

According to the consensus among those scientists who have studied the question, what is the scientific status of creationism today?

• A) Although creationism is plausible on the basis of the principles of many scientific fields, and although there is also real scientific evidence for it, most scientists still will not accept creationism because it seems too unconventional or "kooky."
• B) It disagrees with the principles of many scientific fields, and there is a lot of scientific evidence against it.
• C) Creationism is plausible on the basis of the principles of many scientific fields, and here is also real scientific evidence for it, which is why most scientists believe that creationism has real validity.
• D) Although there is a lot of evidence against it, creationism is plausible on the basis of the principles of many scientific fields.
• E) Although it disagrees with the principles of many scientific fields, there is a lot of real scientific evidence for creationism.

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Definitions:

Visual Cortex

The region of the brain located in the occipital lobe that processes visual information.

Skeletal Muscles

Muscles attached to the bones that are responsible for voluntary movements.

Prefrontal Area

A region at the front of the brain's frontal lobes, critical in regulating complex cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning.

Smooth Muscle

A type of muscle found in the walls of hollow organs like the intestines and blood vessels, controlling involuntary movements.