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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. What type of numerical interpretation requires that probabilities be only expressed as frequencies?
(a) Psychological.
(b) Objective.
(c) Subjective.
(d) Non-empirical.

2. How does Popper investigate the chain of logical reasoning?
(a) Relying of previous research.
(b) Understanding metaphysics.
(c) Identifying trends.
(d) Breaking it into steps.

3. What does Popper dismiss Weyl's use of mathematical simplicity?
(a) Weyl fails to test it empirically.
(b) Weyl fails to define mathematical simplicity.
(c) Weyl fails to include probability.
(d) Weyl fails to include concrete statements.

4. What does the first rule of logic do?
(a) Proves a scientific statement.
(b) Sets a norm.
(c) States testability.
(d) Determines the type of research.

5. What does Popper feel about an axiom in relations of von Mises view of an axiom of randomness?
(a) It is self-contradicting.
(b) Mathematical validity is high.
(c) It is a weak construct.
(d) It is a powerful construct.

Short Answer Questions

1. Statements that rule things out rather than include more things are considered what type of statements?

2. What challenges Poppers use of falsification as criteria in deciding is a theoretical system is empirical?

3. What is the most significant factor when selecting a theory?

4. What does Popper consider dangerous for scientific research?

5. What is the central question Popper poses for theories?

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