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Why do we seek indisputable evidence when it is so often unattainable?…
Why do we seek indisputable evidence when it is so often unattainable? Discuss with reference to two areas of knowledge.
TOK Concepts
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Evidence: can our claims be substantiated with evidence? to what extent can we rely upon evidence? is empirical evidence the only conclusive way to prove knowledge claims? what types of evidence exist?
"Indisputable evidence"
Unwavering evidence
Can be verified, replicated
Concrete, justifiable, incontestable, irrefutable
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Ideas to explore
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Is achieving indisputable evidence easier in NS than History? Is empirical evidence the best method to create a concrete, conclusive knowledge claim that everyone unanimously agrees upon?
Can there ever be unanimous agreement/no difference in perspective in history (given there is no concrete way to verify it)?
AOKs
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History
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Types of evidence: eye-witness, testimonies, artifacts
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