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1

Why is a scientific explanation stronger than a commonsense explanation?
2

Give an example of a pseudoexplanation (other than one provided in the text), and show how the trap of pseudoexplanation can be avoided.
3

What are the critical differences between the nonscientific methods (for example, the method of authority) and the scientific method?
4

Outline and discuss the steps of the scientific method, and indicate why each is so important.
5

Compare and contrast basic and applied research.
6

What steps would you follow if you wanted to design an experiment on a topic that interests you? What are some of the major decisions you would have to make?





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