Dr. Boliba develops a herbal supplement that he claims increases memory abilities but other researchers have been unable to replicate his findings. In response to these criticisms, Dr. Boliba argues that clinical trials won't show the effects of his supplement because the environment is too intimidating for participants. In this example, which warning sign of pseudoscience is evident?

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Dr. Boliba's argument that clinical trials won't show the effects of his supplement because the environment is too intimidating for participants is an example of ad hoc immunizing. This warning sign of pseudoscience involves coming up with excuses or explanations for why evidence doesn't support a claim, rather than adjusting the claim to fit the evidence.

Dr Boliba Develops a Herbal Supplement That He Claims Increases