The Test of a Theory Is Whether

question 43

Multiple Choice

The test of a theory is whether:

• A)its assumptions are realistic.
• B)it predicts the outcomes well.
• C)it explains the observed data perfectly.
• D)it incorporates every relevant factor bearing on the analysis.

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Definitions:

Photoreceptors

Specialized cells in the retina of the eye that respond to light, enabling vision.

Retina

A layer of tissue located at the back of the eye, containing cells that are sensitive to light and trigger nerve impulses that pass via the optic nerve to the brain.

Rhodopsin

A light-sensitive pigment found in the rod cells of the retina, crucial for low-light vision.

Photoreceptor

A light-sensitive cell located on the retina that converts light energy into neural impulses.