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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Popper feel has been unsuccessful in purging atomic science of metaphysical influences?
(a) Heisenberg.
(b) Newton.
(c) Einstein.
(d) Bohr.

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

3. What theory suggests that simplicity is expected to achieve a law-like regularity of events?
(a) Pragmatic.
(b) Conventional.
(c) Positivist.
(d) Metaphysical.

4. What is Feigl's reasoning to the motion of simplicity?
(a) It reveals more empirical content.
(b) It can be better tested.
(c) It appeals to the economy of thought.
(d) It can be better justified.

5. What is the result, according to Popper, when inductive logic is used?
(a) Finite regress.
(b) Statistical significance.
(c) Infinite regress.
(d) Falsifiable theories.

6. What does Popper assume is a main characteristic of quantum theory formula?
(a) It is dependent on the number of particles present.
(b) It is a probability hypothesis.
(c) It is subject to time.
(d) It has definitive answers.

7. According to Popper, since measurement can be altered what does that say about using measurement in science?
(a) Measurement is reliable.
(b) It cannot be used as a basis for prediction.
(c) It should be used as a basis for prediction.
(d) Measurement is not valid.

8. What is able to refute portions of old theories?
(a) New experiments.
(b) New theories.
(c) Quantum physics.
(d) Logic.

9. How are statements made falsifiable?
(a) By turning them into universal statements.
(b) By accepting methodological rules.
(c) By finding flaws in the statement.
(d) By testing them.

10. How does Popper describe the link between the hypothesis and physical selections in Heisenberg's theory?
(a) Quantum physics must be considered.
(b) They are inseparable.
(c) There is no valid connection.
(d) They are separable.

11. What is used to make laws based on observations?
(a) Probability.
(b) Conventionalism.
(c) Simplicity.
(d) Theory.

12. What type of classes are singled out and can not be subject to the rigors of scientific empirical scrutiny?
(a) Unique classes.
(b) Sub-classes.
(c) Empty classes.
(d) Unified classes.

13. What hypothetical estimate of frequency suggests equal distribution, normally based on considerations of symmetry?
(a) Random events hypothesis.
(b) Equal choice hypothesis.
(c) Objective probability hypothesis.
(d) Extrapolation of statistical findings.

14. What does Popper say degrees of simplicity can be identified with in the 1972 addendum in Chapter 7?
(a) Degrees of falsifiability.
(b) Degrees of logic.
(c) None of these is correct..
(d) Degrees of testability.

15. In chapter 9, what does Popper use to test his probability theory?
(a) Quantum physics.
(b) Biology.
(c) Mathematics.
(d) Psychology.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Popper consider dangerous for scientific research?

2. What is Popper's goal in researching a theory?

3. Why does Popper find Heisenberg's lack of logic and statistical testing disturbing?

4. What does Popper eliminate from the common frequency theory by using mathematical and narrative approaches?

5. What is shown to be equal in issues relating to power of classes?

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