The Empirical Approach to Science Requires That

question 50

Multiple Choice

The empirical approach to science requires that

• A) ideas based on intuition not be examined.
• B) only knowledge presented by an authority figure be deemed correct.
• C) knowledge be based on observations.
• D) skepticism should be avoided when data are being presented.

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Definitions:

Cumulative Gross Earnings

The total gross income earned by an individual or entity before any deductions over a given period.

State Tax Rate

The percentage at which individuals or businesses within a state are taxed by the state government.

FICA

The Federal Insurance Contributions Act; a U.S. law that requires a deduction from paychecks to fund Social Security and Medicare benefits.

OASDI

The Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance program, part of the U.S. Social Security system, providing benefits to eligible retirees, their families, and the disabled.