"The theory's predictions are consistent with what I believe, so now I have good reason to believe what the theory says." This statement is likely to have been made by a person who
A)believes that theories should be tested by gathering and analyzing data.
B)believes that theories are not descriptive of reality.
C)believes theories should be falsifiable or refutable.
D)does not understand that one's own beliefs about a theory do not necessarily make a theory valid or invalid.

Question

"The theory's predictions are consistent with what I believe, so now I have good reason to believe what the theory says."  This statement is likely to have been made by a person who
A)believes that theories should be tested by gathering and analyzing data.
B)believes that theories are not descriptive of reality.
C)believes theories should be falsifiable or refutable.
D)does not understand that one's own beliefs about a theory do not necessarily make a theory valid or invalid.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The statement suggests that the person is relying on their personal beliefs to validate the theory, which is not an effective or reliable way to evaluate the accuracy of a theory. This indicates a lack of understanding that personal beliefs are not evidence for or against a theory, and that theories should be evaluated based on empirical evidence and logical reasoning.

"The Theory's Predictions Are Consistent with What I Believe, So