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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II: Chapter 7, Simplicity.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Popper suggest is the result of using logic to justify a statement?
(a) A loop that logic cannot escape.
(b) Theories.
(c) More problems.
(d) A solution.

2. What challenges Poppers use of falsification as criteria in deciding is a theoretical system is empirical?
(a) Theoretical experiments.
(b) Conventionalism.
(c) Competence.
(d) Construction of Nature.

3. What does the first rule of logic do?
(a) Sets a norm.
(b) Determines the type of research.
(c) States testability.
(d) Proves a scientific statement.

4. What do the fractions between 0 and 1 represent?
(a) Metaphysical numbers.
(b) Falsifiability.
(c) Tautological methods.
(d) Justification.

5. According to conventionalists, what will yields more complete results of science?
(a) Greater mastery.
(b) Logical constructions of nature.
(c) Inferences.
(d) Experimentation.

Short Answer Questions

1. Popper feels the principle of causality is not falsifiable and therefore regards it as what?

2. What confuses the distinction between universal and individual names?

3. What term does Popper use of empirical science?

4. What must be identical to basic statements?

5. What guides a scientific experiment?

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