Since Total Objectivity Is Impossible, Should People Choose the Theories

question 37

Multiple Choice

Since total objectivity is impossible, should people choose the theories they like best?

• A) Yes, since one theory is as good as any other.
• B) Yes, since all theories are true to some degree.
• C) No, since scientists will eventually discover the truth, even if they do not know it now.
• D) No, since some theories better account for more important data than do others.

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