Peer Review Is _______________

question 53

Multiple Choice

Peer review is _______________.

• A)the process a scientist undergoes to analyze the results of the experiment
• B)a measure of how well the report is received by the general public
• C)a method for measuring the results of an experiment
• D)a panel of editors who proofread the report after it is accepted for publication
• E)a process by which a group of scientists in the field evaluate the report and determine if it is of high enough quality to publish in a journal

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Definitions:

Credit

An arrangement wherein a borrower receives something of value now and agrees to repay the lender at a later date, usually with interest.

Graphically

Refers to representing data or models visually using graphs or charts.

Spread

Compensation to the underwriter, determined by the difference between the underwriter’s buying price and offering price. Also, the gap between the interest rate a bank pays on deposits and the rate it charges on loans.

Interest Rate

The percentage of a sum of money charged for its use, typically expressed as an annual percent rate.