A Hypothesis Is Scientific If It

question 69

Multiple Choice

A hypothesis is scientific if it

• A)supports other hypotheses.
• B)can be tested.
• C)refutes other hypotheses.
• D)uses observational analyses.

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Definitions:

Culture-bound Disorders

Mental or behavioural disorders unique to specific cultures or societies, not found widely outside these communities.

Anorexia Nervosa

A severe eating disorder marked by a dramatic restriction of calorie intake out of an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image.

Relativistic

Pertaining to the idea that points of view have no absolute truth or validity but only relative, subjective value according to differences in perception and consideration.

Legal Sanity

A legal determination that an individual understands the difference between right and wrong and can comprehend the consequences of their actions.