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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 are hypothetical estimates of frequency?
(a) Random sequences.
(b) Infinite sequences.
(c) Finite sequences.
(d) Alternative sequences.

2. What theory attempted to eliminate unobservable events?
(a) Einstein's theory of probability.
(b) Heisenberg's uncertainty principle.
(c) Newton's theory of gravity.
(d) The Bohr Model.

3. What must be identical to basic statements?
(a) Theories.
(b) Universal statements.
(c) Potential falsifiers.
(d) Singular statements.

4. What should guide the methods of testing scientific statements?
(a) Epistemology.
(b) Logic.
(c) Physics.
(d) Psychology.

5. What occurs with non-numerical probability statements when converted into numerical problems?
(a) There are more degrees of freedom.
(b) They invalidate the problem.
(c) Their meaning is distorted.
(d) They gain power.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is used to capture and explain the world?

2. What does Popper give credit to conventionalism for doing?

3. For what purpose are methodological rules developed?

4. What holds the fate of a theory?

5. What type of reasoning does Popper believe inductive reasoning is?

(see the answer key)

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