Some say that the fact that scientific models change over time is proof that scientists from earlier historical eras were bad at their jobs. Which statement best argues against this position?

Scientists can only use the information available at the time to create their models.
Scientific models do not always get more accurate over time.
Mathematical models are always more accurate than non–mathematical models.
The ultimate goal of science is to produce accurate models that predict behavior.

Question

Some say that the fact that scientific models change over time is proof that scientists from earlier historical eras were bad at their jobs. Which statement best argues against this position?

 Scientists can only use the information available at the time to create their models.
 Scientific models do not always get more accurate over time.
 Mathematical models are always more accurate than non–mathematical models.
 The ultimate goal of science is to produce accurate models that predict behavior.

cuanchi · Answer

Scientists can only use the information available at the time to create their models.