One problem with using only a confirmational strategy to test a theory or hypothesis is that ______.
A. it is infallible
B. the conclusions drawn using this strategy can be misleading
C. it cannot be used to test predictions made by a theory or hypothesis
D. it will always show support for a theory or hypothesis
Answer: B
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