by Albert Major

Critical and Scientific Thinking

not much really happened—but:

Final Exam Details

Structure and Format

• The final exam constitutes 70% of the total course grade
• Format includes:
  • Multiple choice questions
  • Numerical calculations (more than in midterm)
  • One open-ended question

Coverage and Materials

• Encompasses both Block 1 and Block 2
  • Primary emphasis on Block 2
  • Only Block 1 content that relates to Block 2 will be included
• Calculators are permitted
• Bayesian formulas will be provided on the exam
  • Students must understand how to apply them correctly
  • Memorization not required
• Code simulations are not included in the exam content

Technical Requirements

• All numerical answers must be:
  • Reported to three decimal places
  • Written as decimals (no fractions allowed)

Study Resources

• Mock exam (Quiz 6) available on Canvas
  • Provides example questions similar to final exam
  • Not comprehensive but good practice
• Exam instructions and topic list will be posted
• Recommended study materials:
  • All lecture slides
  • Personal lecture notes
  • Assigned readings on Canvas
  • Tutorial slides (especially for topics like Kuhn's view)
  • Textbook exercises for additional practice