Sir Isaac Newton's Development of the Theory of Gravity After

question 131

Multiple Choice

Sir Isaac Newton's development of the theory of gravity after observing an apple fall from a tree is an example of

• A)a controlled experiment that lead to the formulation of a scientific theory.
• B)being in the right place at the right time.
• C)an idea whose time had come.
• D)the interplay between observation and theory in science.

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Definitions:

Intent

The purpose or mindset with which an individual acts, significant in both criminal and civil law to determine culpability or liability.

Principal

In agency law, a person who agrees to have another, called the agent, act on his or her behalf.

Agency Relationship

A legal and fiduciary relationship between two parties, where one (the agent) is authorized to act on behalf of the other (the principal) in business dealings.

Agent

A person who agrees to represent or act for another, called the principal.