Professional Researchers May Devote Years of Work and Money to Have

question 6

Multiple Choice

Professional researchers may devote years of work and money to have their results published in a scholarly journal. Yet, they rarely receive commission or royalties from the publication. Which norm of the scientific community pressures them to do this and share the results with others?

• A) disinterestedness
• B) organized skepticism
• C) communalism
• D) universalism

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Definitions:

Cultural Goal

The shared objectives or ideals that are valued and pursued by a society or cultural group.

Intelligence Goal

An objective related to the acquisition, improvement, or demonstration of intellectual abilities and knowledge.

Authoritative

A parenting style characterized by high expectations of maturity, clear guidelines and rules, warmth, and responsiveness to children’s needs.

Authoritarian

A dictatorial approach focused on high demands and low responsiveness, often enforcing strict rules and expecting complete obedience.