Richard Feynman Described a Group of Scientifically Uneducated Native Islanders

question 26

Multiple Choice

Richard Feynman described a group of scientifically uneducated native islanders who wanted to recreate the experience of cargo planes landing on their island during World War II. They built an imitation of a runway and huts in which a man wore wooden pieces on his head to imitate radio headphones. This example of a "cargo cult science" was used to illustrate how:

• A) practitioners of pseudoscience go through the motions of doing science, but actually are disconnected from the substance of science.
• B) scientifically uneducated people can be fooled into superstitious rituals that do not work to produce real effects.
• C) real science can advance the technology of scientifically uneducated people.
• D) people from scientifically sophisticated developed countries differ from the scientifically educated people of developing countries.

Understand and apply the concept of economies of scope in joint production decisions.

Analyze the influence of technological changes on production possibilities and cost structures.

Calculate and interpret the effects of environmental regulations on firm costs and production decisions.

Understand the principles of input mixing in production to achieve optimal output levels.

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Definitions:

Arteriosclerosis

The thickening, hardening, and loss of elasticity of artery walls, often leading to restricted blood flow.

Degenerative Changes

Alterations to body tissues or organs leading to a decline in function or structure, often associated with aging or chronic conditions.

Plasma Volume

The volume of plasma, the liquid component of blood without the cells, important for maintaining blood pressure and volume.

ADH Levels

Refers to the concentration of antidiuretic hormone in the blood, which regulates water balance in the body by affecting the kidneys.