"This Scientific Theory Is So Solid That You Can't Even

question 13

Multiple Choice

"This scientific theory is so solid that you can't even imagine it being false." This statement would likely be an example of the fallacy of

• A) slippery slope.
• B) impervious hypothesis.
• C) provincialism.
• D) appeal to ignorance.

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Definitions:

Temperament

The aspects of an individual's personality that are believed to be biologically based and observable from a young age, such as mood, energy level, and emotional reactivity.

Extraversion

A personality trait characterized by outgoingness, sociability, and a high level of activity and enthusiasm.

Agreeableness

Agreeableness is one of the Big Five personality traits, characterized by qualities such as kindness, warmth, cooperation, and a desire for social harmony.

Cohort

A group of people banded together or treated as a group, often used in studies to examine variables within a specified population section.