Which of the Following Is Not a Way That Social

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a way that social science attempts to create accurate generalizations about humans?

• A) social science tries hard not to be judgmental about categories of people.
• B) social science follows the belief that when trained observers make generalizations they must be accurate.
• C) social science rarely, if ever, asserts that a statement is absolute.
• D) social science tries to rely, as much as possible, on carefully gathered evidence.

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Definitions:

Ethical Decisions

Choices made based on moral principles and values, often reflecting considerations of what is right and fair.

Escalation of Commitment

A psychological pattern where individuals or groups continue to invest in a decision despite facing increasingly negative outcomes or feedback.

Perceptual Biases

Cognitive biases that influence how we perceive and interpret information about people, objects, or events, often leading to distorted judgments.

Implicit Favorite

An unconscious bias or preference for a particular option or choice, not openly expressed or acknowledged.