Which of the Following Accurately Reflects the Connection Between Science

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following accurately reflects the connection between science, decision-making, and environmental science?

• A) Science and environmental science rely on evidence; good decision-making only sometimes relies on evidence.
• B) Science and good decision-making rely on evidence; environmental science does not always rely on evidence.
• C) Science relies on good decision-making and environmental science relies on evidence.
• D) Science and good decision-making relies on evidence; environmental science relies on good decision-making.
• E) Science and good decision-making rely on evidence; environmental science relies on evidence.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological phenomenon involving conflicting attitudes, beliefs, or behaviors that cause mental discomfort leading to an alteration in one of the attitudes, beliefs, or behaviors to reduce the discomfort.

Self-Perception Theory

A theory suggesting that individuals develop their attitudes and feelings by observing their own behavior and concluding what attitudes must have caused them.

Observational Learning

The process of acquiring knowledge, behaviors, or skills by watching and imitating others rather than through direct experience.

Cognitive Dissonance

The inner turmoil experienced when an individual simultaneously holds conflicting beliefs, ideas, or values.