The File Drawer Problem Is Caused Partly by Which of the Following

question 7

Multiple Choice

The file drawer problem is caused partly by which of the following?

• A) universities rewarding researchers for conducting lots of research
• B) too much statistical power on the part of journal editors
• C) scientists' skeptical attitude toward new results
• D) journal editors' preference for publishing significant results

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Definitions:

Marginal Cost

The outlay involved in producing an extra unit of a product or service.

Marginal Benefit

The increased pleasure or benefit received from consuming an additional unit of a product or service.

Stadium

A large, often outdoor structure for sports, concerts, or other events, featuring tiers of seats for spectators.

Pork-Barrel Legislation

Government spending for localized projects secured primarily to bring money to a representative's district, often criticized as wasteful and politically motivated.