A Researcher, Who Is Always Willing to Consider Criticisms of His

question 155

Multiple Choice

A researcher, who is always willing to consider criticisms of his theory and to make theoretical revisions and adjustments when the evidence supports it, is demonstrating behaviour most consistent with which key scientific attitude?

• A) skepticism
• B) open-mindedness
• C) rationality
• D) curiosity

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Definitions:

Materialistic Goals

Aspirations or objectives that focus on acquiring material possessions and wealth.

Pursuit Of Wealth

The dedicated effort to accumulate monetary resources and material possessions as a measure of success or security.

Polygraph

A machine designed to detect physiological changes in a person's body when they answer questions, used to infer the truthfulness of their responses.

Cross-Cultural Similarities

Aspects, behaviors, or traits that are common or shared across different cultures.