In order to find out whether "the clothes make the man" or whether "one can't judge a book by its cover," researchers scientifically observe people who are well dressed and people who are not and determine who fares better in a variety of situations.The information that these researchers gained would be considered __________ evidence.

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Empirical evidence refers to evidence that is gathered through observation, experimentation, or measurement. In this case, the researchers are scientifically observing people and collecting data on their performance in different situations based on their clothing, which would be considered empirical evidence. Intuitive, introspective, and commonsense evidence are all based on personal feelings, thoughts, or beliefs rather than objective data.

In Order to Find Out Whether "The Clothes Make the Man