In a Debate, Is the Statement "It's Only a Theory

question 101

Multiple Choice

In a debate, is the statement "It's only a theory" a valid argument point against a theory (as in "The theory of evolution is wrong because it's only a theory") ?

• A) Yes, theories are weak.
• B) No, theories are strong.
• C) No, theories are weak.
• D) Yes, theories are meaningless.

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