The Only Available Remedy for the Problem of Denying Contrary

question 23

Multiple Choice

The only available remedy for the problem of denying contrary evidence is.…

• A) Looking for confirming evidence
• B) Using motivated reasoning
• C) Looking for falsifiable evidence
• D) Making a conscious effort to look for opposing evidence

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