Which Statement About the Scientific Method Is TRUE

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which statement about the scientific method is TRUE?

• A)The scientific method emphasizes reason as the way to understand the world.
• B)The scientific method emphasizes observation and reason as the way to understand the world.
• C)The scientific method emphasizes observation and experimentation as the way to understand the world.
• D)The scientific method emphasizes scientific laws as the way to understand the world.
• E)All of the above statements are false.

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Definitions:

Syllogism

a form of deductive reasoning consisting of a major premise, a minor premise, and a conclusion logically drawn from them.

Chemical Compound

A substance consisting of two or more different elements bonded together in a fixed proportion.

Mood

The order of the standard forms that make up the premises and conclusion of a categorical syllogism.

Syllogism

A form of logical reasoning where a conclusion is drawn from two given or assumed propositions (premises); each of which shares a common or middle term not present in the conclusion.