Researchers Should Maintain Objectivity

question 44

Multiple Choice

Researchers should maintain objectivity . This means they should

• A)stay away from topics in which they have a personal interest.
• B)not accept funding from outside sources.
• C)refuse to share data with others.
• D)not let personal and subjective views about the topic influence observations or outcome of research.

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Mean

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