Why Has PSA Testing for Prostate Cancer Been the Subject

question 10

Multiple Choice

Why has PSA testing for prostate cancer been the subject of controversy among experts?

• A)because of its tendency to yield misleading results
• B)because it causes painful side effects
• C)because it is so expensive
• D)because it is only available in certain parts of the country

Identify when research measurements are considered reliable.

Recognize ethical considerations in online and other forms of research.

Differentiate between reliability and validity in research.

Understand the importance of ethical considerations in studies, including the role of ethical guidelines and committees.

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Definitions:

Hardwired Heuristics

Innate or instinctual mental shortcuts that humans use to make decisions or solve problems efficiently.

Dictator Games

A type of economic experiment where one participant (the "dictator") determines how to split an endowment between themselves and another participant, with no repercussions or rewards for their choice.

Ultimatum Games

A game in experimental economics, where a proposer has to decide how to divide a certain amount of money with a responder, who can accept or reject the offer.

Time Inconsistency

The tendency of people to change their plans about future actions due to a preference for immediate gratification over long-term benefits.