To Prevent Misconduct in Conducting Research and Reporting Findings, It

question 3

Multiple Choice

To prevent misconduct in conducting research and reporting findings, it is recommended that social scientists

• A) carry out more replications.
• B) harshly punish dishonest researchers.
• C) make teaching research ethics an integral part of graduate training and methods courses.
• D) do background checks on all scientists who apply for research grants.

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Definitions:

Negligence

The failure to exercise the standard of care that a reasonably prudent person would have exercised in a similar situation, resulting in harm or damage.

Term

can refer to a fixed or limited period for which something, such as an agreement or tenure, lasts or is intended to last.

Misrepresented

Incorrectly or falsely represented information, which can lead to misunderstandings or legal issues within agreements or contracts.

Innocently

Without guilt, harm, or malice; in a manner free from wrongdoing or deception.