A Group of Students Were Investigating the Effects of Smoking

question 37

Multiple Choice

A group of students were investigating the effects of smoking on grass frogs for a research paper.They hypothesized that keeping the frogs in a smoke-filled environment for defined periods of time would result in the animals developing lung cancer.However,when they searched for previously published information to support their hypothesis,they discovered they were wrong in their original assessment.What potential harmful effects could carcinogens from tobacco smoke likely have on the frogs,if not lung cancer?

• A)the amphibian equivalent of hypertension
• B)skin cancer
• C)gill abnormalities in the next generation of tadpoles
• D)tracheal tube abnormalities

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Definitions:

Upward Appeals

The argument that the task has been requested by higher management, or a request to higher management to assist in gaining cooperation.

Coalition Building

The process of forming alliances or coalitions among individuals or groups to achieve a common goal or undertake a specific project.

Rational Appeals

Persuasive strategies that employ logical arguments and evidence to convince an audience of a particular viewpoint or action.

Assertiveness

The quality of being self-assured and confident without being aggressive in expressing one's rights, desires, or opinions.