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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II: Chapter 9, Some Observations on Quantum Theory.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Natural laws are in a form to negate what type of statements?
(a) Universal.
(b) Existential.
(c) Singular.
(d) Proven.

2. What is the reason Popper rejects psychologism?
(a) Perceptions allow for justifications.
(b) Perceptions are inter-subjective.
(c) Perceptions do not allow for justifications.
(d) Perceptions are inter-objective.

3. According to Popper, what takes the place of strict laws in atomic science?
(a) Theory.
(b) Logic.
(c) Probability.
(d) Hypothesis.

4. What does Popper consider existential statements to be?
(a) Concrete.
(b) Tautological.
(c) Metaphysical.
(d) Logical.

5. What is diametrically opposed to the critical attitude required of a scientist?
(a) Dogmatic defense.
(b) Epistemology.
(c) Demarcation.
(d) Experimentation.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Menger say about definitions?

2. By seeking the highest degree of universality and precision, what type of content results?

3. What is the reproducible effect which refutes a theory?

4. What theory does Heisenberg begin this investigation with?

5. From what does a theoretical system arise?

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