Research is the scientific tool to explore an idea and support it with evidence collected. Broadly there are three types of evidence namely Logical evidence, Empirical evidence, and Anecdotal evidence. Out of these, three Empirical evidence is the most practical and reliable source of the evidence. Copy the link given below and paste it in new browser window to get more information on Empirical Evidence:- http://www.transtutors.com/homework-help/economics/empirical-evidence.aspx

1. Empirical Evidence

2. Empirical Evidence
• Definition of empirical : Evidence that
relate to any experience or observation
• In other words, evidence that you might
have realized or read yourself.

3. Empirical Evidence
• Empirical evidence are shown by scientific research such as ‘
sun will rise tomorrow’
• This type of evidence provide strong support to the argument
as they are based on logic and are more justified
• There are many other types of evidence
Logical Evidence- It relies majorly on logic and facts that can
appeal the audiences.
Anecdotal Evidence – These are based on personal stories
and experiences

4. Example of Empirical Evidence
• In Psychology- Drug taken by
Taken by teenager generally
assumed to be due to
depression .However it can be because of peer pressure.
• In Science- To know the body
temperature often
thermometer is used to know the
correct reading. A person with
fever may appear cold or hot to
the another person.

5. Example of Empirical Evidence
• In Sociology- In order to know the
standard of living of a neighborhood,
research can be based on the average
wage earning. However if the people
are from different economic strata then
other factors will also be needed.
In Neuroscience- Scientist have studied
the impact of video games on the children
and particularly the violent games.

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