Asked by
Mohit Sharma
on Nov 16, 2024Verified
Jamie believes that if she steps on a crack in the sidewalk on her way to an exam, she will fail the exam. What form of unscientific thinking is Jamie demonstrating?
A) overgeneralization
B) premature closure of inquiry
C) the exception to the rule
D) mystification
Unscientific Thinking
Reasoning or beliefs not based on systematic methods, empirical evidence, or the scientific method, often encompassing superstitions or anecdotal evidence.
Mystification
The process of obscuring the true nature of situations, relationships, or social conditions, often to preserve power dynamics or prevent scrutiny.
Premature Closure
The cognitive error of coming to a decision or conclusion before all relevant information has been considered or all options have been evaluated.
- Understand unscientific thinking and its impact on reasoning.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand unscientific thinking and its impact on reasoning.