Which of the Following Is an Example of Pseudoscience

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of pseudoscience?

• A) Anita thinks that she can do better on her exams if she arranges study groups with classmates.
• B) Ina sees an advertisement on television for a service that will name a star after anyone you know.
• C) Paula reads that people only use 10 percent of the total abilities of their brains and believes this claim.
• D) Pamela thinks that the best path to getting her daughter to behave better is a combination of reinforcement and punishment.

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Definitions:

Conflict Theory

A social science perspective that emphasizes the social, political, or material inequalities of different groups, viewing social order as maintained through conflict and competition.

Empowerment

The process of becoming stronger or more confident, especially in controlling one’s life and claiming one’s rights.

Interpersonal Power

The ability to influence or control the outcomes, decisions, or behavior of others within personal relationships, often stemming from one's status, knowledge, or emotional connection.

Power Currencies

The various types of leverage or assets (such as resources, relationships, or knowledge) that individuals or groups possess, which can influence power dynamics in social interactions.