Concept explainers
Introduction :
The popular opinions are the assumptions or beliefs that are practiced by many people of the same culture, community or globally. The scientific ideas are the beliefs that have scientific proves and are tested.
Answer to Problem 8STP
Correct answer :
Option (c) scientific ideas are tested and repeatable.
Explanation of Solution
Explanation/justification for the correct answer :
Option (c) scientific ideas are tested and repeatable. The scientific ideas are the result of research and experiments that are scientifically proved and explained. These researches can be replicated and produces same results.
Explanation for incorrect answer :
Option (a) popular opinions are always rationale and illogical. Popular opinions may or may not be logical. Some of them do not have a proper explanation to be followed. Hence, it is an incorrect answer.
Option (b) popular opinions have research and evidence. The popular opinions are generally not proved and there is no research which proves them correct. Scientific ideas are researched and evidence Hence, it is an incorrect answer.
Option (d) scientific ideas are based on anecdotes and hearsay. The scientific ideas are researched and proved. Popular opinions are based on anecdotes and hearsay. Hence, it is an incorrect answer.
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