Types of Evidence Quiz

What is logical evidence?

• Evidence based on random guesses

• Evidence based on emotions and feelings

• Evidence based on personal opinions

• Evidence based on reasoning and sound judgment

Give an example of empirical evidence.

• Anecdotal stories from friends and family

• A fictional story from a novel

• A scientific study that shows the effectiveness of a new drug in treating a specific condition.

• Personal opinion without any supporting data

Explain anecdotal evidence.

• Evidence based on scientific research

• Evidence based on personal accounts or stories

• Evidence based on expert opinion

• Evidence based on statistical data

What is statistical evidence?

• Using anecdotal stories to support a claim

• Relying on personal opinions to make an argument

• Use of statistical data or analysis to support a claim or argument

• Ignoring data and analysis when making a claim

How is logical evidence different from empirical evidence?

• Logical evidence is based on emotions and beliefs, while empirical evidence is based on facts and data.

• Logical evidence is subjective and open to interpretation, while empirical evidence is objective and measurable.

• Logical evidence is used in social sciences, while empirical evidence is used in natural sciences.

• Logical evidence is based on reasoning and deduction, while empirical evidence is based on direct observation and experimentation.

Provide an example of statistical evidence.

• Data collected from a survey on the correlation between exercise and heart health.

• A celebrity endorsement for a beauty product

• Anecdotal stories from friends and family

• A personal opinion on the effectiveness of a new medication

Why is anecdotal evidence considered less reliable?

• Anecdotal evidence is based on scientific research and data

• Anecdotal evidence is always accurate and reliable

• Anecdotal evidence is widely accepted by experts

• Anecdotal evidence is based on personal experience or isolated examples, which may not be representative of the overall population or situation.

Discuss the importance of empirical evidence in scientific research.

• Empirical evidence is not important in scientific research

• Empirical evidence is only useful in social sciences, not in natural sciences

• Empirical evidence provides tangible data and observations that support or refute hypotheses.

• Empirical evidence is subjective and unreliable

How can statistical evidence be manipulated?

• By presenting the evidence honestly and transparently

• By selectively choosing data, using misleading graphs or charts, or misrepresenting the results.

• By using accurate and reliable data

• By conducting thorough and unbiased analysis