Why Is P-Hacking an Ethical Issue

question 19

Multiple Choice

Why is p-hacking an ethical issue?

• A)It increases the chances of getting results that are actually Type I errors.
• B)It disadvantages researchers who don't have the facilities to p-hack.
• C)It can compromise the confidentiality of the data.
• D)It involves the fabrication of data.

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