When Scientists Interpret (Or Misinterpret) Research Results to Show the Superiority

question 93

Multiple Choice

When scientists interpret (or misinterpret) research results to show the superiority of one racial group over another, they are practicing

• A) eugenics.
• B) White supremacy.
• C) empiricism.
• D) scientific racism.

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Definitions:

Mental Illness

Disorders that affect a person's mood, thinking, and behavior, ranging from depression and anxiety to schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

Psychosocial Force

Influences arising from individual psychological needs interacting with societal or social structures.

Chemical Imbalance

A theory suggesting that psychological disorders are associated with changes in the brain's chemical makeup, often used in the context of depression and anxiety.

Cultural Forces

Cultural forces are the collective influences that shape the behaviors, values, perceptions, and practices of a society or a group of people.