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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II: Chapter 3, Theories.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the theory of theories?
(a) Causality.
(b) The logic of science.
(c) System of theories.
(d) Existential statements.

2. What view does Popper take to analyze scientific thinking?
(a) Linguistic.
(b) Metaphysical.
(c) Philosophical.
(d) Epistemology.

3. What does Menger say about definitions?
(a) They are dogmas.
(b) They serve science well.
(c) They are fruitful.
(d) They are based on observations.

4. What is not to be expected of methodology?
(a) Profound truths.
(b) Logical constructs.
(c) Proven theories.
(d) False data.

5. For what purpose are methodological rules developed?
(a) Wholly prove demarcation.
(b) Protect demarcation.
(c) Question demarcation.
(d) Falsity demarcation.

Short Answer Questions

1. Demarcation is based on what definition of Popper's?

2. What is used to capture and explain the world?

3. What type of reasoning does Popper deny exists?

4. What does Popper feel is a fruitless exercise?

5. What does Popper admit is a problem with scientific investigations?

(see the answer key)

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