Dr. Martian claimed that aliens are real and they have been performing mind experiments on humans for years. Which of the following principles of critical thinking is most applicable to his claim?

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Dr. Martian's claim is an extraordinary one, meaning that it goes against commonly accepted scientific understanding. Therefore, it would require extraordinary evidence to be considered credible. This principle is known as "extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence."

Dr Martian Claimed That Aliens Are Real and They Have