Give an example for each of the following characteristics of pseudoscience
Ideas based on dogma and uncritical belief
Selective use of data
Acceptance of proof based on anecdotes
Use of terms that sound scientific but are not
What will be an ideal response?
Characteristic Possible examples–not an exhaustive list
Ideas based on dogma and uncritical belief Any set of ideas accepted as true simply because the person believes in those truths–creationism, astrology, homeopathic medicine, etc.
Selective use of data Using one example that confirms a belief even though there are multiple other examples that disconfirm the belief.
Acceptance of proof based on anecdotes Anything resembling an "I have a friend whose brother..." story.
Use of terms that sound scientific but are not Astrological signs, telekinesis, parapsychology
You might also like to view...
Authorities drew attention to sugar by attributing medicinal qualities to it, thus creating the demand among the general population
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
On the lowest tier of the federal judiciary are the __________
a. state courts b. municipal courts c. circuit courts d. district courts