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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 does the first rule of logic do?
(a) Sets a norm.
(b) Determines the type of research.
(c) States testability.
(d) Proves a scientific statement.

2. What does Popper consider to contribute to the cosmology of empirical science?
(a) Metaphysical and philosophical ideas.
(b) Questions of fact.
(c) Inductive frameworks.
(d) Linguistic puzzles.

3. What does Popper suggest is the result of using logic to justify a statement?
(a) A solution.
(b) A loop that logic cannot escape.
(c) Theories.
(d) More problems.

4. What type of reasoning does Popper believe inductive reasoning is?
(a) Scientific.
(b) Philosophical.
(c) Rational.
(d) Metaphysical.

5. What type of rule do positivists and reductionists adhere to, according to Popper?
(a) Logical rules.
(b) Rules of Psychology.
(c) Dogmatic rules.
(d) Non-logical rules.

Short Answer Questions

1. What term does Popper use of empirical science?

2. What confuses the distinction between universal and individual names?

3. What deductive tests compare conclusions?

4. What does Popper feel is a fruitless exercise?

5. What are the boundaries of conditions?

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