The Creation of Fake Data, Such as Creating a Fictitious

question 3

Multiple Choice

The creation of fake data, such as creating a fictitious row of data in a spreadsheet for people who never completed a questionnaire or never participated in an experiment is referred to as which of the following?

• A) Fabrication
• B) Falsification
• C) Plagiarism
• D) Justification

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Definitions:

Phosphatidyl Choline

A major component of biological membranes, also known as lecithin, involved in membrane-mediated cell signaling and metabolism.

Lecithin

A fatty substance found in plant and animal tissues, used as an emulsifier in food production and as a supplement.

Sodium Stearate

A sodium salt of stearic acid, often used as a surfactant in soaps and as a thickening agent.

Calcium Ions

Positively charged calcium atoms (\(Ca^{2+}\)) that play crucial roles in biological processes, including muscle contraction, neurotransmitter release, and bone formation.