Question

A. Realists believe that there is an objective reality “out there” independent of ourselves.
B. This reality exists solely by virtue of how the world is, and it is in principle discoverable by application of the methods of science.
C. They believe in the possibility of determining whether or not a theory is indeed really true or false.
D. I think it is fair to say that this is the position to which most working scientists subscribe.

• A. ABCD
• B. CDBA
• C. DCBA
• D. BCAD

Hint:

Always identify the introductory general statement first. Then look for conceptual elaboration, followed by implications and final summary.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

(A) introduces the foundational belief of realists — that an objective external reality exists.
(B) builds on this idea — the nature of reality and how science can access it.
(C) advances the argument — realists trust that theories can be tested as true or false.
(D) wraps it up — this view is widely accepted among practicing scientists.
The paragraph builds logically from belief → justification → implication → conclusion. Final sequence:
A — B — C — D
ABCD