The Term Used to Describe How a Well-Known Scientist Is

question 27

Multiple Choice

The term used to describe how a well-known scientist is more likely to be credited with a particular scientific discovery than lesser-known colleagues is:

• A) the hierarchy rule.
• B) prestige seniority.
• C) science wars.
• D) the Matthew effect.

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Definitions:

Sexual Orientation

An inherent or immutable enduring emotional, romantic or sexual attraction to other people.

Gender Typing

The process by which a child becomes aware of their gender and thus behaves accordingly by adopting values and attributes of members of the sex that they identify with.

Sexual Orientation

Sexual orientation is an enduring pattern of emotional, romantic, or sexual attractions to men, women, or both sexes.

Gender Typing

The process by which a child becomes aware of their gender and thus behaves accordingly by adopting values and attributes deemed appropriate for their biological sex.