Why Do Researchers Try to Replicate a Result,especially a Surprising

question 150

Multiple Choice

Why do researchers try to replicate a result,especially a surprising one?​

• A)To guard against accidental findings​
• B)​To determine whether it is statistically significant
• C)​To increase the number of practical applications
• D)​To compete against the original researchers

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Definitions:

Ethnocentrism

A belief or attitude that one's own culture or ethnicity is superior to others, often leading to judging other cultures by one's own cultural standards.

Racial Prejudice

Unjustifiable negative attitudes or beliefs towards individuals or groups based on their race.

Scapegoating

The practice of unfairly blaming an individual or group for problems or wrongdoings, often to divert attention from the real issues.

Economic Prejudice

Prejudice and discrimination toward people who are poorer or wealthier than you are.