Why Might It Be More Difficult to Estimate How Often

question 31

Multiple Choice

Why might it be more difficult to estimate how often research misconduct occurs than other white-collar crimes?

• A) Research misconduct has not actually been empirically assessed so the standard is difficult to determine.
• B) Professors are better at covering their tracks and lying than other white-collar criminals.
• C) Investigators are less interested in this type of white-collar crime.
• D) Misconduct is well hidden from scrutiny.

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