In order to receive any benefits from using the Scientific Method, one must become a critical thinker. The data collected must be analyzed and interpreted to form valid conclusions. If these conclusions are lacking credibility, then the data collected is worthless. One thing scientists know is that data can be interpreted in many different ways, and some of these ways may not be totally correct. In the following exercise you will be exposed to several situations that will help develop your critical thinking skills.
Objective truth is the actual state of affairs about things.
Subjective truth is based on people making their own truth, hoping that believing something will actually make it so. As scientists we must seek objective truth . Be prepared to explain your choices. A tax consultant preparing your income tax. A laboratory researcher attempting to find a cure for cancer.