Social Science Is Self-Corrective and Open to Independent Replication and Evaluation

question 29

Multiple Choice

Social science is self-corrective and open to independent replication and evaluation. Nevertheless, the critical thinking skill of self-regulation cannot help self-monitor and self-correct for which of the following?

• A) Biased thinking, erroneous snap judgments, and misapplication of cognitive heuristics.
• B) Initially interpreting an observed phenomenon or test result with an insufficient attention to detail.
• C) False positives (finding what is not there) and false negatives (not finding what is there) in the results.
• D) Failure to take into account all of the factors which influence the phenomenon under investigation.
• E) Social media reactions by people who may be offended, upset, or angry with the findings.

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Definitions:

Organizational Citizenship Behaviors

Voluntary actions by employees that contribute to the organization's effectiveness but are not directly part of their job descriptions.

Contextual Performance

Non-job-specific tasks, behaviors, and activities that contribute to organizational effectiveness, such as teamwork, interpersonal communication, and adaptability.

Job Embeddedness

The extent to which employees feel attached to their jobs and less likely to leave, influenced by factors like links to the community, fit with the job, and what they would have to sacrifice if they left.

Career Management

The ongoing process of preparing, implementing, and monitoring career plans undertaken by the individual alone or in concert with the organization’s career systems.