Why Does the File-Drawer Problem Present a Dilemma in Research

question 12

Multiple Choice

Why does the file-drawer problem present a dilemma in research?

• A) Many significant findings never get published
• B) Many studies probably exist, but are not yet published since the publication process is lengthy
• C) Some findings are not published so the published sample of research may be biased
• D) Some research that is published may not include all of the original data

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