Mathias refuses to discuss any competing view about string theory.He states,"We know all there is to know about string theory and this view does not fit with the theory!" What form of non-scientific thinking is Mathias demonstrating?
A) overgeneralization
B) the exception to the rule
C) premature closure of inquiry
D) mystification

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Mathias is demonstrating premature closure of inquiry by refusing to consider any competing view about string theory. This is a non-scientific way of thinking as science encourages considering and evaluating all possible perspectives and evidence before drawing conclusions.

Mathias Refuses to Discuss Any Competing View About String Theory