Question

The assumption that reality is external to individuals, that it persists across time and groups, and that one can predict future behaviors based on observations of past or present behavior, is an example of a _____.

Answer 1

Answer: Paradigm

Explanation:

In discipline such as philosophy and science, a paradigm is referred to as a disparate set/group of thought patterns or concepts, including research methods, theories,  postulates, and also the standards that tend to constitutes or comprises of legitimate contributions to this discipline or field.   In rhetoric, paradigm main objective or purpose is to give an an illustration of similar occurrences to audience.