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:

Average Collection Period

The average number of days it takes for a company to collect receivables from its customers, indicating the efficiency of its credit policies.

Discount Period

The time frame in which a buyer can pay less than the full amount due on an invoice if payment is made promptly, incentivizing early payment.

Credit Term

The agreement between a buyer and a seller that defines the amount of time a buyer has to pay for goods.

Earnings per Share

A financial metric calculated by dividing a company's net income by the number of its outstanding shares of common stock.