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DrVan Offer Is Using Official Existing Statistics to Support a Theory

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Dr.Van Offer is using official existing statistics to support a theory that he has proposed.He has met the governor of the state where is research is being conducted and is very surprised when she calls and asks him to use the statistic in a different way that will not be "damaging" to her.
Discuss the ethical concerns in this incident and other nonreactive research.


Definitions:

Sociological Problem

is an issue affecting the organization, function, or structure of society, warranting attention and intervention.

Psychological Theories

These are systematic collections of ideas and principles that describe and explain how people think, behave, and feel.

Genetic Factors

Biological heritages inherited from parents that influence an individual's characteristics, such as appearance, health, and predisposition to certain diseases.

Emile Durkheim

A French sociologist, one of the founding figures in the field of sociology, known for his studies on social integration, collective consciousness, and the role of society in shaping individual behavior.

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