According to the Text, the Danger of Scientists Becoming Advocates

question 30

Multiple Choice

According to the text, the danger of scientists becoming advocates for certain applications of their research is that:

• A)it might violate the rights of research sponsors.
• B)it might hamper the objective collection and analysis of data.
• C)it will reduce the amount of applied research conducted by scientists.
• D)it threatens confidentiality and privacy.

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Definitions:

Low-Income Cut-Off

A statistical threshold under which a family unit would be considered to be living in relative poverty, defined by their income.

Low-Income Measure

A statistical threshold used to identify individuals or families that earn significantly less than the average in their society, often used to target social support.

Intergenerational Poverty

Often occurs when children and youth grow up in households experiencing chronic poverty, where limited access to opportunities can start another cycle of poverty for the next generation.

Unemployed

Individuals who are of working age, capable of work, but are not currently employed and are actively seeking employment.