Although It Seems Contradictory,real Science Does Not Intend to "Prove

question 32

Multiple Choice

Although it seems contradictory,real science does not intend to "prove" a hypothesis to be true.This is because

• A) all true hypotheses will be rejected by the scientific method because they can be proven false.
• B) future experiments or discoveries may provide data that refutes the hypothesis.
• C) science is a human endeavor, and like all human endeavors, it is limited by human understanding.
• D) the scientific method is limited to examination of the natural world.

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Definitions:

Frustration/Aggression

A theory suggesting that aggression is the result of blocking, or frustration, of certain behaviors or goals.

Maslow's Theory

A psychological theory proposing a hierarchy of human needs, from basic physiological needs to self-actualization.

Physiological Needs

The basic physical requirements for human survival, such as air, water, food, shelter, and sleep, which must be met to achieve a basic level of health.

Cognitive Appraisal Theory

A model of emotion stating that a person's cognitive response to a situation determines their emotional experience.