In what way can open-mindedness interfere with scientific progress?
It can prevent the development of new ideas.
It can lead to the acceptance of untested ideas.
It can lead to too much critical evaluation of ideas.
It can prevent the development of scientific consensus.

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In what way can open-mindedness interfere with scientific progress?
It can prevent the development of new ideas.
It can lead to the acceptance of untested ideas.
It can lead to too much critical evaluation of ideas.
It can prevent the development of scientific consensus.

koikkara · Answer

I would suggest it may  lead to the acceptance of untested ideas. developing  untested  ideas which are invested and stamped with effort. @booger2002 $Welcome~To~Open~Study~!$