Children and Adults Seem to Have Particular Problems with Scientific

question 102

Multiple Choice

Children and adults seem to have particular problems with scientific reasoning when the evidence they collect

• A)produces good outcomes.
• B)matches their pre-existing beliefs.
• C)produces negative outcomes.
• D)does not match their perception of what others believe.

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Definitions:

Master's Degree

An advanced academic degree granted by universities or colleges upon completion of a course of study demonstrating mastery in a specific field or area of professional practice.

Scientific Method

A systematic, empirical approach to research in which a problem is identified, relevant data are gathered, a hypothesis is formulated based on the data, and the hypothesis is empirically tested.

Violent Cartoons

Animated content that features aggressive and often harmful behaviors, raising concerns about its impact on viewers, especially children.

Hypothesis

A proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation.