Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Scientific

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the scientific approach to acquiring knowledge?

• A)Scientists accept the pronouncements of anyone on faith.
• B)Scientists do not rely on intuition and assertions of authorities for ideas for research.
• C)A person can accept on faith the statements of any authority.
• D)Both intuition and authority can be sources of ideas about behavior.

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Definitions:

Motion Pictures

A series of still images that, when shown on a screen, create the illusion of moving images due to the phi phenomenon.

Stroboscopic Movement

The optical illusion of perceived motion created when a series of static images are shown in rapid sequence.

Still Photos

Photographs that capture a single moment in time, particularly in contrast to moving images.

Size Constancy

A perceptual process allowing a person to perceive an object as the same size regardless of its distance from the observer.