(Scenario II) Suppose the Researchers in Scenario II Analyzed Only

question 137

Multiple Choice

(Scenario II) Suppose the researchers in Scenario II analyzed only data from a select group of students without sufficient justification. This act is best described as _____ the data.

• A) fabricating
• B) inflating
• C) massaging
• D) replacing

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Definitions:

Business Cards

Small cards containing professional contact information that are exchanged in business contexts to facilitate networking and communication.

Cognitive Dissonance

The psychological discomfort experienced by an individual when holding two or more conflicting beliefs, values, or ideas, often leading to a change in attitude or behavior.

Corporate Customers

Individuals or businesses that purchase goods or services for professional use or resale, rather than personal use.

Retail Establishments

Businesses that sell goods or services directly to consumers, offering a variety of products in physical locations or online.