Dr Gardiner Wants to Conduct a Replication of a Well-Known

question 2

Multiple Choice

Dr. Gardiner wants to conduct a replication of a well-known study. Broadly speaking, what function does this replication serve?

• A) It is an indication of the stability of the results.
• B) It is more prestigious than novel research.
• C) It enables her to explore a new psychological phenomenon.
• D) It serves no function; scientists should always be conducting novel research.

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Definitions:

Pink Ghetto

A term describing job sectors dominated by women, often characterized by lower pay, status, and opportunities for advancement.

Poverty

The condition of lacking sufficient financial resources or means of subsistence, leading to a lower quality of life and difficulty in meeting basic needs.

Gender Segregation

The practice of separating individuals based on their gender, which can occur in social, educational, or occupational contexts.

Gender-Based Wage Gap

The disparity in earnings between women and men, typically resulting in women earning less than men for the same work or work of equal value.