Hawley says there is "a widespread suspicion that science cannot really contribute to metaphysics, and that scientific findings grossly _____________ metaphysical claims."

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The phrase "scientific findings grossly" suggests that science could possibly contribute to metaphysics but is limited in its ability to fully determine or support metaphysical claims. Therefore, the best choice is underdetermine, which means scientific findings cannot provide enough evidence to fully determine a metaphysical claim. The other options (B, C, and D) suggest a stronger rejection or preconceived bias against metaphysics, which is not implied in Hawley's statement.

Hawley Says There Is "A Widespread Suspicion That Science Cannot