Angela reads about a study in which cell phone use is associated with migraine headaches. She says, "Well, that study is not valid because I use a cell phone more than anyone I know and I never get migraines." Based on her comment, Angela may be forgetting which of the following?
A)Science is based on empiricism.
B)The study has been replicated.
C)The study did not properly define cell phone use.
D)Science is probabilistic.

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Angela's comment shows that she may be forgetting that science is probabilistic, meaning that even if the study found an association between cell phone use and migraines, it does not necessarily mean that everyone who uses a cell phone will get migraines. There may be other factors at play. Additionally, it is possible that Angela is an outlier and her personal experience does not negate the findings of the study.

Angela Reads About a Study in Which Cell Phone Use