Asked by Charity Mills on Jul 20, 2024
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A proponent of ESP claims that ESP shows up only when the vibrations are right and that there is no way to know whether the vibrations are right except to see whether ESP shows up. What is wrong with this theory from a scientific standpoint?
A) It relies too heavily on operational definitions.
B) It relies too heavily on negative correlations.
C) It is not falsifiable.
D) It has too many dependent variables.
Falsifiable
The ability of a hypothesis or theory to be proven false by evidence or experimentation.
ESP
Extra-Sensory Perception; the claimed ability to gain information without using the known human senses.
Vibrations
Rapid oscillations of particles or waves around an equilibrium point.
- Grasp the problem with relying on non-falsifiable theories in science.
Verified Answer
AC
Adriana CalderonJul 23, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
A theory must be able to be tested and potentially proven false in order to be considered scientific. This theory of ESP cannot be falsified because there is no way to test whether the vibrations are "right," making it unscientific.
Learning Objectives
- Grasp the problem with relying on non-falsifiable theories in science.