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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II: Chapter 8, Probability.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the reason Popper rejects psychologism?
(a) Perceptions are inter-objective.
(b) Perceptions allow for justifications.
(c) Perceptions are inter-subjective.
(d) Perceptions do not allow for justifications.

2. What theory is based on random events?
(a) Theory of chance.
(b) Random Theory.
(c) Subjective theory.
(d) Normative theory.

3. What are hypothetical estimates of frequency?
(a) Random sequences.
(b) Finite sequences.
(c) Alternative sequences.
(d) Infinite sequences.

4. What is the word simplicity dependent on?
(a) Conventionalism.
(b) Practicality.
(c) Logic.
(d) Nothing.

5. What does Popper admit is a problem with scientific investigations?
(a) Objectivity.
(b) Subjectivity.
(c) Logical decisions.
(d) Abstract nature of philosophy.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What deductive tests compare conclusions?

3. What increases with the amount of falsifiability?

4. What does Popper say methodological rules are?

5. What does Popper say about positivism?

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