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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II: Chapter 9, Some Observations on Quantum Theory.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Popper state many philosophers do not recognize when emphasizing the importance of simplicity?
(a) Justifications that arise from this emphasis.
(b) Relationships that arise because of this emphasis.
(c) Probabilities of this emphasis.
(d) Difficulties that arise because of this emphasis.

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

3. According to Popper, what philosophy ignores the hypothetical character of statistically derived estimates?
(a) Positivism.
(b) Conventionalism.
(c) Metaphysics.
(d) Inductivism.

4. Popper feels the principle of causality is not falsifiable and therefore regards it as what?
(a) Metaphysical.
(b) Physical.
(c) Tautological.
(d) Empirical.

5. What should researchers abstain from doing with regard to the probabilities of their research?
(a) Basing research on assumptions.
(b) Using determinants.
(c) Referring to logic.
(d) Issuing prohibitions.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Popper suggest is the result of using logic to justify a statement?

2. What is a precondition for rational consideration?

3. What type of statement is deduced from universal statements?

4. What relationships does Popper explore in chapter 8?

5. According to conventionalism, what is required to make determinations of the natural world?

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