Deviance in Science

question 5

Multiple Choice

Deviance in science

• A)typically results in severe sanctions.
• B)occurs, in part, because of the pressure to publish, according to the iceberg theory.
• C)is likely to be detected, because of the nature of the peer review process.
• D)has declined since 1980, according to recent research
• E)is extremely rare, due to the normative structure of science.

Analyze the ethical considerations and legal defenses involved in tort actions, including the role of truth as a defense in defamation cases.

Recognize the societal impacts of tort law, particularly on privacy, personal reputation, and business implications.

Distinguish between various legal procedures and outcomes, including survival and survival statutes.

Understand the concept of manslaughter and differentiate it from premeditated murder.

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Definitions:

Motivation

The internal drive or external stimuli that spur individuals to action toward achieving a goal.

Equity Theory

A theory of motivation that people are motivated to maintain a balance between their inputs and outputs comparable to others in similar situations.

Negative Inequity

A perception that arises when an individual feels they are receiving less than they are giving or less than others are receiving in similar situations.

Positive Inequity

A situation in which an individual perceives that they are receiving more from a relationship or exchange than they are contributing, potentially leading to feelings of guilt or obligation.