Scientific evidence should be based on
A) the teachings of authoritative scientists.
B) systematic and comprehensive observations.
C) a large and diverse sample of observations.
D) observations gathered in ways that seek to reduce the influence of researcher biases.
E) All of the above
F) b, c, and d only

Question

Scientific evidence should be based on​
A) ​the teachings of authoritative scientists.
B) ​systematic and comprehensive observations.
C) ​a large and diverse sample of observations.
D) ​observations gathered in ways that seek to reduce the influence of researcher biases.
E) ​All of the above 
F) b, c, and d only

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Scientific evidence should be based on systematic and comprehensive observations, a large and diverse sample of observations, and observations gathered in ways that seek to reduce the influence of researcher biases. While authoritative scientists can contribute to scientific knowledge, their teachings alone cannot be the sole basis of scientific evidence. Therefore, option E is not the best choice. The combination of options B, C, and D best represents the essential qualities of scientific evidence.

Scientific Evidence Should Be Based On​

Scientific Evidence Should Be Based On