Which of These Would Be an Example of a NON-Scientific

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of these would be an example of a NON-scientific study?

• A) NASA sends tadpoles up in the space shuttle to see how gravity affects their development.
• B) A study determines differences in the species composition in two parks.
• C) A company uses different advertising methods for a product to determine which one produces the most sales.
• D) Consumers are asked which tomato variety produces the best-tasting spaghetti sauce.
• E) People are immunized with different vaccines to determine their relative effectiveness against the flu virus.

Recognize the effects of self-objectification on women's sexual function.

Understand the various methods and consequences of female genital mutilation.

Analyze the role of language, advertising, and popular media in shaping stereotypes of femininity.

Discuss the importance of egalitarian relationships and the challenges in achieving them.

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Definitions:

Policy Making

The process by which governments and other authoritative bodies develop and implement rules, laws, and guidelines.

Ideological

Pertaining to a system of ideas and ideals, especially one that forms the basis of economic or political theory and policy.

Contingent

Dependent on or conditioned by something else; not absolute or certain.

Racial Stereotypes

Preconceived and oversimplified ideas or images about the characteristics of members of a specific race, often used to justify prejudicial attitudes and discrimination.