According to your textbook,some proponents of Scientology have suggested that negative statements overheard by fetuses,embryos,and even zygotes can be "reactivated" in adulthood,triggering low self-esteem and psychology difficulties.The research,however,has failed to support these claims.Which principle of critical thinking is best demonstrated by this example?
A)Occam's razor
B)Replicability
C)Extraordinary claims
D)Correlation vs.causation

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The principle of "extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence" is best demonstrated in this example. The claim that negative statements overheard by fetuses, embryos, and even zygotes can affect adults lacks empirical support, highlighting the need for significant evidence when making such extraordinary claims.

According to Your Textbook,some Proponents of Scientology Have Suggested That