Falsifiability Flashcards
1
Q
Karl Popper
A
Argued that it was not possible to confirm a theory it was only possible to disconfirm it.
2
Q
Definition of Falsifiability.
A
The only way of proving a theory was correct was to actually seek disproof (falsification).
3
Q
What was the cause of Falsifiability ?
A
Leads to research now starting with a null hypothesis.
4
Q
Limitation of Freudian psychoanalysis ?
A
Lacks falsifiability.
