Which of the following is true of psychics who have worked with police departments in an effort to solve difficult crimes?
Correct answer: D. They have reported visions that are no more accurate than guesses
- A. They have used telepathy to read the mind of the criminal
- B. They have provided useful predictions using all their powers in 90 percent of the cases
- C. They have used precognition to forewarn the police of criminals acts
- D. They have reported visions that are no more accurate than guesses
Explanation
Controlled investigations have found that alleged psychic visions used in crime solving are generally no more accurate than guesses. Claims of telepathy or precognition have not shown reliable evidence under proper testing.
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