"Falsifiability" Is Considered a Desirable Characteristic for a Scientific Theory

question 198

Multiple Choice

"Falsifiability" is considered a desirable characteristic for a scientific theory because a falsifiable theory

• A) avoids independent variables.
• B) makes clear, testable predictions.
• C) disagrees with common sense.
• D) relies on anecdotal evidence.

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Definitions:

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