Why Is It Important That Scientific Discoveries and Ideas Be

question 6

Multiple Choice

Why is it important that scientific discoveries and ideas be discussed by people with various points of view,from a variety of subdisciplines,and with diverse cultural backgrounds?

• A)They can correct each other's approach to make it truly scientific.
• B)Robust and critical discussion between diverse groups improves scientific thinking.
• C)Scientists need to exchange their ideas with other disciplines and cultures so that all groups are in agreement regarding the course of future research.
• D)This is another way of ensuring that everyone gets the same results.

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Definitions:

Weighted Average

A mathematical calculation that takes into account both the magnitude and the significance of each number in a set to find an average value weighted by importance or size.

Homogeneous Products

Goods that are considered identical by consumers, and can be substituted for one another, such as commodities.

Perpetual Methods

Inventory accounting systems where updates are made continuously to reflect the buying, selling, and production of goods.

Periodic

Occurring or repeating at regular intervals of time, often used to describe recurring financial or reporting events.