Ch 1.2

A scientist willing to accept ideas that disagree with his/her hypothesis is displaying which of the following scientific attitudes?

• curiosity

• Open-mindedness

• Skepticism

• Creativity

Scientists review and evaluate each other's work to ensure

• the experiment data is quantitative

• the study was completed by respected scientists

• accuracy and to gather new ideas for more research

• the study is based on earlier studies

In science, a theory is

• considered absolute truth.

• can never be revised.

• used when scientists aren't contain about an observation or hypothesis

• a well-tested explanation for a wide range of hypothesis and observations

Which of the following describes the role of science in society?

• Science adds to society's body of knowledge

• Scientific knowledge leads to new, practical technologies

• Understanding science helps people solve everyday problems

• All of the above

Suppose you read in a newspaper that Mega-Cola Company sponsored a study that proves the safety of sugar substitute X for use in foods and beverages. The study was published in a peer-reviewed journal. Which statement below summarizes the best scientific response to the statement in the newspaper.

• The research should not be questioned, as it has been peer-reviewed.

• The research may be questionable, as it was sponsored by a company that would benefit from the positive findings.

• The study was a scientific study, therefore it can be accepted without question.

• Mega-Cola Company is a big, well-known company, therefore its research can always be trusted.