The Use of Theories Plays an Important Role in Our

question 13

Multiple Choice

The use of theories plays an important role in our conceptual knowledge. Which of these is FALSE about the theories involved in conceptual knowledge?

• A) They provide a knowledge base on which we can rely when thinking about an object, event, or category.
• B) They play a large part in determining how easily and quickly we learn new concepts.
• C) They are often as precise and accurate as most scientific theories.
• D) They often allow us to understand any new facts that we encounter about an object or category.

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Definitions:

Identical Twins

Twins that develop from a single zygote splitting early in development, sharing 100% of their DNA.

Dizygotic

Pertaining to twins that develop from two different eggs fertilized by two different sperms, also known as fraternal twins.

Pluripotent

In development, a cell or group of cells that have not yet become fixed or determined as to what specific tissues they are going to become.

Totipotent

Describes cells with the capability to differentiate into any type of cell in an organism, including the development of a complete organism.