As the textbook points out, many people are willing to endure very bad circumstances-going hungry, living in dangerous neighbourhoods-because they are passionate about their professions. This is particularly important for artists, actors, singers, and other such adults. These priorities are inconsistent with Maslow's hierarchy of needs, thus reminding us about the importance of the critical-thinking concept of
A)extraordinary claims.
B)Occam's Razor.
C)replicability.
D)falsifiability.

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The concept of extraordinary claims suggests that claims which contradict well-established theories, like Maslow's hierarchy of needs, require stronger evidence. The willingness of people to endure hardships for passion challenges the hierarchy, thus needing critical examination.

As the Textbook Points Out, Many People Are Willing to Endure