using the scientific method to challenge our thinking 3

Using the concepts and ideas learned in Tutorials 1-9 in Lau and Chan (2017), write an essay in response to the following prompts.

Briefly define the Scientific Method using the Lau and Chan text

Where have you made assumptions or drawn inferences on an important issue regardless of data or evidence to the contrary?
Analyze how you could improve your critical reasoning on this issue by using tools from the scientific method or statistical reasoning.
Provide a peer-reviewed example to add further support to the reasoning on your issue.