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:

Corporate Welfare

Government support or subsidies to corporations including tax breaks, grants, and other financial incentives designed to support business interests.

Economic Planning

The process by which major economic decisions are made or influenced by central governments, including policies regarding the distribution of resources and national objectives.

Subprime Mortgage Lenders

Financial institutions that provide mortgages to borrowers with lower credit ratings, often at higher interest rates than prime loans.

Market Imperatives

Forces or principles that dictate the functioning and structure of the market, often emphasizing efficiency and competition.