Asked by Matthew Coyne on Jul 02, 2024
One of psychology's early mottos was "the rat is always right." Which aspect of the scientific attitude did this represent?
A) humility
B) respect for animals
C) curiosity
D) skepticism
Scientific Attitude
An approach marked by curiosity, skepticism, and humility where one seeks to understand the natural world through empirical evidence and experimentation.
Humility
The quality of having a modest or low view of one's importance, often enabling individuals to remain open to learning and respecting others.
Skepticism
An attitude of doubting the truth of something, such as a claim or statement.
- Pinpoint fundamental attitudes integral to the process of scientific exploration, which include curiosity, questioning, and a sense of humility.
- Realize the critical role of skepticism in scientific inquiry within psychology.
Learning Objectives
- Pinpoint fundamental attitudes integral to the process of scientific exploration, which include curiosity, questioning, and a sense of humility.
- Realize the critical role of skepticism in scientific inquiry within psychology.