Question

question 8 (mandatory) (2 points)
claims, arguments, or methods that are presented as science but do not follow
scientific principles are called __________.

a) law of nature

b) scientific theory

c) pseudoscience

d) sampling error

Explanation:

• Option a: "Law of nature" refers to a natural phenomenon or principle that is consistent and universal, not related to false science claims.
• Option b: "Scientific theory" is a well - substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world that is based on scientific principles and evidence.
• Option c: "Pseudoscience" is defined as claims, arguments, or methods that are presented as scientific but do not adhere to scientific principles (like lack of empirical testing, reproducibility, etc.).
• Option d: "Sampling error" is an error that occurs in statistical sampling, related to the difference between a sample and the population, not related to false science claims.

Answer:

c) Pseudoscience