Types of Evidence

What is empirical evidence?

• Information obtained through intuition and guesswork.

• Information obtained through theoretical models.

• Information obtained through observation and experimentation.

• Information obtained through hearsay and rumors.

What is logical evidence?

• Evidence based on reasoning and logical arguments.

• Evidence based on scientific experiments.

• Evidence based on emotions and personal beliefs.

• Evidence based on historical events.

What is anecdotal evidence?

• Evidence based on personal accounts or experiences rather than scientific research or systematic analysis.

• Evidence based on scientific research and systematic analysis.

• Evidence based on statistical data and surveys.

• Evidence based on expert opinions and theories.

Empirical evidence is evidence that scientists gather through observation and experiments. Which statement about an animal is considered empirical evidence?

• The zebra is a cool animal.

• The kangaroo is 6 feet tall.

• The cub will grow more in the summer.

• I would not want to live in a pig pen.

Jenna goes to the doctor who looks at her throat, swabs it, and sends the swab to a laboratory. The technician observes bacteria. The doctor gets the report and writes a prescription. Which produced empirical evidence?

• The doctor looks at her throat.

• Her doctor takes a swab and sends it to a laboratory.

• The laboratory technician observes bacteria on the slide.

• The doctor gets the report and writes a prescription.

Which of the following is an example of anecdotal evidence?

• A scientist publishes a peer-reviewed paper.

• A person shares their personal experience on social media.

• A doctor conducts a clinical trial.

• A researcher collects data from a survey.

Which type of evidence is based on systematic observation and experimentation?

• Anecdotal evidence

• Empirical evidence

• Logical evidence

• Historical evidence

What is the main characteristic of logical evidence?

• It is based on personal experiences.

• It is derived from reasoning and logical arguments.

• It is obtained through scientific experiments.

• It is gathered from historical records.

Which of the following best describes logical evidence?

• Evidence based on systematic observation and experimentation

• Evidence based on personal anecdotes and experiences

• Evidence based on reasoning and logical arguments

• Evidence based on historical events and records

Which type of evidence relies on personal experiences and stories?

• Empirical evidence

• Anecdotal evidence

• Logical evidence

• Historical evidence