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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II: Chapter 3, Theories.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What should the rules of epistemology adhere to?
(a) Scientific theory.
(b) Demarcation.
(c) Psychology.
(d) Logic.

2. What does Popper states the "game of science" is?
(a) A concept.
(b) A principle.
(c) An ultimate truth.
(d) A farce.

3. What type of rule do positivists and reductionists adhere to, according to Popper?
(a) Rules of Psychology.
(b) Logical rules.
(c) Dogmatic rules.
(d) Non-logical rules.

4. What is the concept of simplicity a part of according to Popper?
(a) Framework of induction.
(b) Logical reasoning.
(c) Metaphysical logic.
(d) Infinite regress.

5. What does Popper admit is a problem with scientific investigations?
(a) Abstract nature of philosophy.
(b) Subjectivity.
(c) Logical decisions.
(d) Objectivity.

Short Answer Questions

1. How are theories used to explain the world?

2. What does Popper fear philosophers will think about methodological investigations?

3. What are the boundaries of conditions?

4. With what does psychologism concern itself?

5. What comprises empirical science?

(see the answer key)

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