Three Types of Biases That Undermine the Ability of Social

question 28

Multiple Choice

Three types of biases that undermine the ability of social scientists to achieve objectivity and draw conclusions based on solid evidence are most completely described as deriving from which of the following sources?

• A) Personal, political, and academic pressures upon the researchers
• B) Influences exerted by victim advocates, politicians, and the media
• C) Conservative and liberal extremists, academic pressures, and personal experiences
• D) Personal experiences, the legacy of the discipline, and the mood of the times

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Definitions:

Suprachiasmatic Nucleus

A tiny region in the brain's hypothalamus responsible for controlling circadian rhythms by regulating the body's internal clock.

Biological Clock

An internal mechanism that regulates physiological and behavioral rhythms in organisms in a roughly 24-hour cycle.

Retina

The light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye that contains cells which convert light into electrical signals sent to the brain.

Beta Waves

A pattern of brain waves that are associated with active, alert thought and a focused state of mind.