People Have Many Different Notions About What the Goals of Science

question 45

Multiple Choice

People have many different notions about what the goals of science are. Kelly felt that the goal of science is

• A) the development of construct systems that are helpful in anticipating events.
• B) the discovery of truth.
• C) the uncovering of things heretofore unknown.
• D) none of the above.

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Definitions:

Pearl Harbor

The site of a surprise military attack by the Japanese Navy against the United States naval base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, on December 7, 1941, leading to the U.S. entering World War II.

President Roosevelt

A reference either to Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 32nd President of the United States who served during the Great Depression and World War II, or Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th President known for his progressive policies.

United States

A country in North America composed of 50 states, a federal district, five major self-governing territories, and various possessions.

Great Britain

A geographical term that refers to the island located northeast of Ireland and northwest of France, comprising the nations of England, Scotland, and Wales.