According to Kuhn, a Scientific Theory Is Rejected

question 16

Multiple Choice

According to Kuhn, a scientific theory is rejected:

• A) when a falsifying observation is encountered and publicized.
• B) based on a comparison of the theory with the world.
• C) anytime it begins to produce severe anomalies.
• D) when it produces severe anomalies and an alternative view is available.
• E) under no circumstances.

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