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.

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Definitions:

Oral Mucosa

The moist tissue lining the mouth, which includes the gums, tongue, and inner cheeks, serving as a barrier and aiding in digestion.

Anterior Fontanel

The larger, diamond-shaped soft spot on a baby's skull that allows for brain growth and skull expansion.

Infant

A very young child or baby, typically from birth to one year of age, who is in the earliest stages of development.

Mongolian Spot

A benign, blue-gray birthmark, often appearing on the skin of the lower back and buttocks of infants, more common in those of Asian or African descent.