Thomas Kuhn Argued That Scientific Progression Occurs by Paradigm Shifts

question 14

Multiple Choice

Thomas Kuhn argued that scientific progression occurs by paradigm shifts. A paradigm is:

• A) a scientific method and the technology that supports it.
• B) a scientific record-keeping method.
• C) a scientific theory and the core of beliefs that surrounds it.
• D) a way of understanding without evidence.

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Definitions:

Subsystems

Components or smaller systems that operate within a larger system, each with its role and function.

Secondary Groups

These are groups characterized by more impersonal, less intimate interactions, often formed around tasks and specific objectives.

Nonverbal Communication

The process of conveying a message without the use of spoken words, through body language, facial expressions, and gestures.

Family Interactions

Refers to the dynamic exchanges and behavior patterns between members of a family unit, shaping individual and collective well-being.