Which of the Following Statements Is Incorrect About Reliable Science

question 140

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is incorrect about reliable science?

• A) It can be proven absolutely.
• B) Hypotheses are not totally free of human bias.
• C) It assumes that the natural world follows cause and effect patterns that we can understand..
• D) It involves data, hypotheses and theories that are widely accepted by experts in the particular field.
• E) It is subject to testing, peer review, reproducibility and debate.

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Definitions:

Socioeconomic Groups

Categories of people sharing similar levels of wealth, income, education, and occupation, which influence their social status and opportunities.

Psychopathology

The study of mental disorders, including their symptoms, etiologies, and treatments.

Maladaptive

Behaviors or traits that inhibit an individual's ability to adjust to particular situations, often leading to psychological stress or dysfunction.

Cultural Norms

The shared expectations and rules that guide behavior of people within social groups.