Critical Thinking in Science Answers

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Why is the ability to adjust conclusions when necessary important to critical thinking?

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Explain why it is important to evaluate the information presented on websites critically.

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For a scientist, assessing the validity of information requires _______.

A
specific knowledge
B
a hypothesis
C
experimentation
D
questions
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Which of the following is not a reason to question the information one receives?

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It agrees with previous experience.
B
It does not agree with previous experience.
C
It agrees with common opinion.
D
It does not agree with common opinion.
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Critical thinking requires that _______.

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conclusions be held constant after their initial determination
B
conclusions be adjusted as necessary to incorporate new knowledge
C
information from a particular source only be verified the first time the source is used
D
there be a single solution to a particular problem
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Which of the following steps is important to critical thinking?

A
implementing solutions
B
utilizing facts
C
holding firm to conclusions
D
answering questions
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Which of the following is true about critical analysis of promotional claims?

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It is necessary because consumers generally do not need to purchase goods.
B
Advertisements intend to mislead consumers about the goods they portray.
C
It prevents consumers from purchasing unnecessary goods.
D
It is essential because advertisements always contain false information.
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Explain how critical thinking helps scientists analyze information for accuracy and bias.

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Explain whether an editorial article in a newspaper, expressing the views of the editor, should be classified as a valid source of information.

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