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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II: Chapter 10, Corroboration, or How a Theory Stands up to Tests.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Popper suggest works in probabilistic logic to determine the probability of a hypothesis?
(a) Inductivists.
(b) Positivist.
(c) Conventionalists.
(d) Metaphysicists.

2. What theory does Heisenberg begin this investigation with?
(a) Particle theory.
(b) Wave theory.
(c) Light theory.
(d) Sound theory.

3. What is Popper's goal in researching a theory?
(a) To determine if it is probable.
(b) To determine its value.
(c) To determine if it is corroborated.
(d) To determine if it is a singular statement.

4. What type of reasoning, according to Popper, is not rational?
(a) Deductive.
(b) Scientific.
(c) Inductive.
(d) Testable.

5. What is not to be expected of methodology?
(a) Logical constructs.
(b) Profound truths.
(c) False data.
(d) Proven theories.

Short Answer Questions

1. What plays a vitally important role in empirical science?

2. What holds the fate of a theory?

3. What does Popper think about statements in which individuals names do not occur?

4. What does Popper assume is a main characteristic of quantum theory formula?

5. What does Popper feel is one of the premier scientific achievements?

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