All of the Following May Be Considered Responsibilities of the Scientist

question 11

Multiple Choice

All of the following may be considered responsibilities of the scientist except: Scientists are obligated to

• A) study only those problems that have practical significance.
• B) inform and educate the public about their research findings.
• C) respond to the public's concerns about research.
• D) critically examine the ideas of other scientists.

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Definitions:

Public Interest

A concept referring to the general welfare or well-being of the community at large.

Social Regulation

Government-imposed rules aimed at correcting market failures related to public health, safety, the environment, and social welfare.

Industrial Regulation

A form of government intervention aimed at regulating business practices and market forces within specific industries to ensure fair competition and protect consumers.