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

2. What helps to realign or redefine accepted theory?
(a) Positive justification.
(b) Deductive consequences.
(c) Falsification feedback.
(d) Positive theory results.

3. What is considered only if one class includes the other?
(a) Sub-classes.
(b) Sub-dimensions.
(c) Sub-justifications.
(d) Sub-tests.

4. What, according to von Mises, is derived from certain initial probabilities and distributions?
(a) Collectives.
(b) Alternatives.
(c) Event sequences.
(d) Normative probabilities.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What should researchers abstain from doing with regard to the probabilities of their research?

2. What does Popper do if proof for a statement can not be found?

3. What does Popper thinks about Wittgenstein, Schlick, and Feigl's thoughts on simplicity as a basic law?

4. Statements that are not testable serve what purpose?

5. What is complimentary to the degree of falsifiability?

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