Chapter 1: Scientists and Theories

What is empiricism also known as?

• Rationalism

• Positivism

• Skepticism

• Empiricism

What is a theory?

• A well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world

• A random guess without evidence

• A fictional story

• An unproven hypothesis

What is a hypothesis?

• A proposed explanation for a phenomenon

• A proven scientific fact

• A random guess

• An untestable idea

Studies never prove a theory because:

• they can only support or refute it

• they are always inconclusive

• they are biased

• they lack evidence

What is the goal of basic research?

• To gain fundamental knowledge without immediate practical application

• To develop new technologies

• To improve existing products

• To increase company profits

What is the purpose of applied research?

• To solve practical problems

• To develop new theories

• To explore fundamental principles

• To conduct experiments for fun

Scientists share the results of their research with the scientific community by:

• publishing in scientific journals

• posting on social media

• sharing with friends

• keeping it private

What are the benefits and risks of journalism coverage?

• Journalism coverage provides information and accountability but can also lead to misinformation and bias.

• Journalism coverage is always beneficial and has no risks.

• Journalism coverage only has risks and no benefits.

• Journalism coverage is irrelevant in today's world.

Is the story important? True or False.

• True

• False

Is the story accurate? True or False.

• True

• False