While Having the Oil Changed in His Car, Zach Accepts

question 23

Multiple Choice

While having the oil changed in his car, Zach accepts his mechanic's recommendation to have his fuel-injection system cleaned. Which of Peirce's methods is Zach relying on to know what maintenance his car requires?

• A) the scientific method
• B) the method of tenacity
• C) the a priori method
• D) the method of authority

---

Definitions:

Job-Order Production

A manufacturing process in which products are made individually according to specific customer orders rather than in continuous or mass production.

Synthetic Production System

A manufacturing method involving the creation of products using synthetic processes, often involving the combination of raw materials through chemical synthesis to produce goods.

Standardization

The process of implementing and developing technical standards to ensure uniformity and consistency across different products, services, or processes.

Commercial-Grade Equipment

High-quality, durable equipment designed to meet the demands of commercial or professional usage.