Which term best describes Lakatos' view on the progression of science?
Linear
Cyclical
Teleological
Non-linear
Answer
Non-linear. Lakatos believed that science progresses through a series of research programs, which are competing frameworks for explaining a particular phenomenon. These programs are not necessarily linear, but rather can be revised or replaced as new evidence emerges. This view contrasts with the traditional linear view of science, which sees progress as a steady accumulation of knowledge.
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