The Intellectual Foundation of Science Is

question 143

Multiple Choice

The intellectual foundation of science is

• A) observation, faith, and acceptance.
• B) rejection of all observations that disagree with theory.
• C) logical derivation entirely from fundamental principles.
• D) observation, logic, and skepticism.

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Definitions:

Miniature Adults

An outdated concept where children were once viewed as small adults with the same mental capacities.

Psychosocial Development

A concept introduced by Erik Erikson that describes the development of an individual's identity and social interactions across eight stages throughout their lifetime.

Trust vs. Mistrust

The first stage in Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, where infants learn to trust or mistrust their caregivers and the world based on their experiences.

Basic Needs

Fundamental requirements for human survival and well-being, such as food, water, shelter, and safety.