Why are natural sciences also referred to as "pure" sciences?

a)	They are considered stand-alone bodies of unique knowledge.

b)	They are the only sciences to which the scientific method can be applied.

c)	They are the original sciences upon which all others are based.

d)	They are not affected by subjectivity in the way other sciences are.

Roberta firmly believes that individual experiences are the source of all knowledge in the world. As a scientist, she acknowledges her role as a participant in the experiments she performs and does consider herself merely a disconnected observer of phenomenon. Roberta's views are most closely reflective of which school of scientific thought?

a)	Natural Science

b)	Human Science

c)	Applied Science

d)	Soft Science

Which definition of health most closely resembles that proposed by King?

a)	Health is a continuum of states of wellness and illness.

b)	Health is a negotiation between a patient and a nurse.

c)	Health is a goal that everyone strives for throughout their lifetime.

d)	Health is a process of growth and development in the individual.

Which of the following best describes the aim of natural sciences?

a)	Affirmation of the importance of cultural understanding by uncovering the common subjective biases of different disciplines.

b)	Improvement of the quality of life by understanding what helps people maximize their functional abilities.

c)	Utilization of knowledge by applying it to a specific purpose in order to better a situation or change viewpoints.

d)	Development of knowledge for the sake of developing knowledge, discovering truth, and controlling outcomes.

 

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ANSWER 1 B They are the only sciences to which the scientific method can be applied The scientific method is used in all sciencesincluding chemistry physics geology and psychology The scientists in th... View the full answer