Which of the Following Is FALSE Concerning the Use of Tradition

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is FALSE concerning the use of tradition in inquiry?

• A)It helps avoid the task of starting from scratch in our search for regularities
• B)It demonstrates that knowledge is cumulative
• C)The jumping-off part for the development of knowledge is often the inherited body of information
• D)It enables us to seek a different understanding of what we all know to be true
• E)It does not prevent us from performing future inquiry.

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Definitions:

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency to overemphasize personal characteristics and underestimate situational factors when explaining others' behaviors.

Overemphasized

To give too much importance or emphasis to something, potentially skewing perspective or interpretation.

Ignored

The act of deliberately paying no attention or giving no recognition to someone or something.

Kind-hearted

Having a caring, compassionate, and benevolent nature or disposition towards others.