Which of the Following Is Not Part of the Scientific

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not part of the scientific method used in studying frog deformities?

• A) Observations of nature leading to questions about those observations
• B) Understanding the social and political consequences of the study
• C) Use of previous knowledge to develop possible answers to the hypotheses
• D) Evaluation of competing hypotheses by means of experiments and careful observation

Understand the basic components and models of the communication process.

Understand the importance and process of concept formation in critical thinking.

Comprehend the essence and steps of critical thinking.

Recognize the significance of critical thinking in professional nursing.

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Definitions:

Unconditioned Response

A natural, unlearned reaction to an unconditioned stimulus that occurs automatically without previous conditioning.

Conditioned Response

A learned response to a previously neutral stimulus through conditioning.

Unconditioned Response

This is an automatic, natural reaction to a stimulus that occurs without prior learning or conditioning.

Sneezing

An involuntary burst of air through the nose and mouth, usually caused by irritation of the nasal mucosa.